City orders vacation treehouse to be demolished

A city spokesperson told Axios that Kennesaw officials received a complaint on March 17 of an unpermitted structure on Galt Place NW.

• The city said it determined that the electrical, plumbing or building permits needed to operate an accessory dwelling unit on the property were not obtained.
• This meant that the treehouse "would not have previously been inspected," the city said.
• McGovern has 30 days to apply for a demolition permit from the city and move ahead with removing the structure within 30 days of getting the permit.

What they're saying: McGovern told the Courier that the treehouse, which had hundreds of five-star reviews, generated $75,000 annually and that revenue was the main source of income for the family.

• He also asked Kennesaw's elected officials to intervene to no avail.

What's next: McGovern told WSB-TV that he's canceled all future reservations and issued several thousand dollars in refunds to prospective customers.

• He also told 11Alive that he's now considering filing for bankruptcy.
• The treehouse is no longer listed on Airbnb's property.