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    Business Regulations By Industry

    Certain categories of business are subject to special rules and regulations including home-based businesses, hotels (and other types of short-term lodging) and car rental companies.

    Apartment Complexes


    There are certain City ordinances regarding apartment complexes. Learn more about the specific regulations.

    Home-based Businesses


    According to the Business for Home non-profit organization, there are 38 million home-based businesses in the United States with a new one started every 12 seconds. In Sandy Springs, home-based businesses are required to get a business license.

    Hotels and Lodging


    Businesses which operate a hotel, motel, inn, lodge, tourist camp, tourist cabin, bed and breakfast are required to collect a tax from each person occupying accommodations.

    Vehicle Rental


    Sandy Springs businesses which rent or lease motor vehicles designed to carry ten or fewer passengers for a period of 31 consecutive days or less are required to collect excise taxes.

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    City Springs Event

    Cornhole Leagues on the City Green

    Thursday, June 13
    The 7-week season on City Green starts June 13, features four different skill levels, and offers social, organized fun on selected Thursday evenings! There's even an end-of-season state "Cornament" with more than 50 leagues across the state. Join the fun - register by June 3!
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