Short-Term Rental Regulations in Florida
State Overview
Florida partially preempts local STR regulation. Laws adopted after June 1, 2011 may not prohibit vacation rentals or regulate duration/frequency. Pre-2011 laws are grandfathered. Local governments retain zoning, building, and fire code authority. The state imposes a 6% Transient Rental Tax (State Sales Tax) in addition to any local taxes. Cities in Florida
| City | Permit | Tax Rate | Day Limit | Primary Res. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Coral | ✓ Required | 11% | No limit | No | → |
| Clearwater | ✓ Required | 13% | Tourist/Commercial zones only — banned in residential | No | → |
| Destin | ✓ Required | 12% | No limit | No | → |
| Fort Lauderdale | ✓ Required | 12% | No limit | No | → |
| Key West | ✓ Required | 11% | No limit | No | → |
| Kissimmee | ✓ Required | 12% | No limit | No | → |
| Miami | ✓ Required | 12% | No limit | No | → |
| Orlando | ✓ Required | 12% | No limit | Required | → |
| St Augustine | ✓ Required | 11% | No limit | No | → |
| Tampa | ✓ Required | 12% | No limit | No | → |
Florida's STR Landscape
Florida partially preempts local STR regulation. Laws adopted after June 1, 2011 may not prohibit vacation rentals or regulate duration/frequency. Pre-2011 laws are grandfathered. Local governments retain zoning, building, and fire code authority. The state imposes a 6% Transient Rental Tax (State Sales Tax) in addition to local taxes.
Regulation varies significantly across cities. Some cities (Orlando) require primary residence, while others (Key West, Miami, Tampa) allow non-owner-occupied rentals. Combined tax rates (state 6% + local TDT) range from 11% (St. Augustine) to 13% (Clearwater).
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