New Housing Laws in Georgia as of July 1, 2024

Georgia has implemented several new laws aimed at enhancing housing standards and tenant protections

Here are the key changes that went into effect:

Safe at Home Act
The Safe at Home Act mandates that rental properties meet local and state health and safety standards, ensuring they are fit for habitation. Landlords are now required to maintain these standards throughout the lease period. This act also limits upfront rent payments to no more than two months' rent? - (WSB TV)?? (WUGA)?.

Georgia Squatters Reform Act
This law addresses issues related to squatting. Suspected squatters must now provide valid lease documentation within three days of a citation. If the documentation is found to be fraudulent, the charges escalate from a misdemeanor to a felony? - (WSB TV)?? (State Affairs)?.

Homeowners and Condo Associations
Homeowners and condo associations are now required to provide property owners with time to fix any covenant breaches before taking legal action. This aims to give homeowners a fair chance to address issues before facing penalties? - (The Georgia Sun)?? (Couriernews)?.

These new laws reflect Georgia's commitment to improving housing standards and tenant rights, while also addressing broader social issues such as education and consumer protection. For more detailed information, you can visit the sources directly: WSB-TV, WUGA, State Affairs, The Georgia Sun, and Courier News.