Georgia Landlord-Tenant Laws
Complete 2026 guide to Georgia landlord laws — security deposits, eviction process, entry notice, and rent control status.
Landlord Score
8
out of 10
Landlord Friendly
Key Law Summary — Georgia
🏦
Security Deposit Max
None
📋
Eviction Notice
3 days (pay or quit)
⚡
Avg Eviction Timeline
30 days
🚪
Entry Notice Required
Not required
💰
Late Fee Cap
None
⚖
Eviction Filing Fee
$60–$120
🏘️
Rent Control
None
❄️
Winter Eviction Ban
No
✅ Landlord Rights in Georgia
→No deposit cap
→No entry notice required
→Fast dispossessory process
⚖ Tenant Rights in Georgia
→Basic habitability
→Security deposit itemization
📋 Required Disclosures
✓ Lead paint
✓ Landlord identity
⚡ Eviction Timeline — Georgia
1
Serve Notice
3-day notice to pay or quit
2
Wait Period
Allow 3 days for tenant to comply
3
File Complaint
File at court — fee: $60–$120
4
Court Hearing
Attend hearing with documentation
5
Judgment & Writ
Total avg: 30 days start to finish
Local Court Resources
At a Glance
Landlord Score8/10
Eviction Avg30 days
Notice Period3 days
Entry NoticeNone