Local Short Term Rental Restrictions and/or City Contacts
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For the latest municipal rules on short term rentals, please reach out to their respective contacts.
Pinellas County, FL
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
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| Christine Nicole | Town Clerk | cnicole@townofbelleair.net | 727-588-3769 ext 312 |
Sec. 34‐25. ‐ Duration of lease; maximum tenancies per year.
Residential rental properties must be leased or rented to each tenant for a minimum seven‐month term; and there shall be no more than two
separate tenancies at any residential property during any 12‐month period.
(Ord. No. 466, § 5, 8‐4‐09)
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patti Gentry | City Clerk | pgentry@cityofbelleairbeach.com |
727‐595‐4646 ext 124 |
(Ord. No. 466, § 5, 8‐4‐09)
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| Alexis Silcox | City Clerk | asilcox@belleairbluffs-fl.gov | N/A |
Sec. 102‐216. ‐ Duration of lease; maximum tenancies per year. Residential rental properties must be leased or rented to each tenant for a minimum three‐month term; and there shall be no more than four separate tenancies at any residential property during any 12‐month period.
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
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| Barbara Collucci | Town Clerk/Treasurer | clerkbelleairshore@gmail.com | 727-593-9296 |
Belleair Shore is a residential community consisting of 62 private homes. There are no rentals or commercial property.
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|---|---|---|---|
| Rosemarie Call | Town Clerk | rosemarie.call@myclearwater.com | N/A |
Short-Term Residential Rental – CDC Sections 1-104.B & 3-919
• While Clearwater benefits, encourages and celebrates tourism, the city’s Code Compliance Division reminds residential property owners that the city enforces its shortterm rental ordinance. In residential districts, the city doesn’t allow a property owner to 12 lease or rent their property for short-term periods, which is anything less than 31 days or a calendar month. Residential property owners who wish to rent their property can advertise for monthly rentals; they cannot advertise for daily or weekly rentals.
• A residential use located on a residentially zoned property shall not include rentals for less than 31 days or one calendar month, whichever is less, or which is advertised or held out to the public as a place rented for periods of less than 31 days or one calendar month, whichever is less. A residential use located on residentially zoned property shall not include an interval ownership, a fractional ownership or a timesharing unit.
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rebecca Schlichter | City Clerk | rschlichter@dunedinfl.net | 727-298-3039 |
Transient uses or short-term rentals are defined as the occupancy of a living unit of any type for a period of less than ninety (90) days or three (3) calendar months. Vacation or short-term rentals, such as Airbnb, VRBO and the like are considered transient uses if the rental period is less than ninety (90) days or three (3) calendar months. In Dunedin, transient uses and short-term rentals are only allowed in certain zoning districts. Zoning categories which specifically allow some type of tourist, transient use, or short-term rentals are TF (Tourist Facility), GO (General Office), NB (Neighborhood Business), GB (General Business), CP (Commercial Parkway), CR (Commercial Recreation), DC (Downtown Core), FX-M (Form-based Medium), FX-H (Form-based High), LI (Light Industrial). You can check the zoning district designation of any property in Dunedin at: https://dunedin-gis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=5590c8f613394a9c99b83960b839ef5c
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theresa Carrico | City Clerk | tcarrico@mygulfport.us | 727-893-1012 |
The City of Gulfport does allow for short term rental use, but only in certain zoning districts. The zoning districts where short term rental use is an allowed use must list transient accommodations as either a permitted use or a conditional use. If transient accommodations use is listed within a zoning district, the regulation for such a use is through the definition section of the zoning code, Chapter 22, Zoning. Outside of these areas, the minimum rental time is one month and no more than three times per year. Here is a map with the permitted and conditional uses. Please consult the municode for specifics regarding the zoning districts.
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
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| Frank Pecoraro | Code Enforcement | fpecoraro@irbcity.com | 727-595-2517 |
Short term vacation rentals shall be permitted in all residential zoning districts provided they are in compliance with this section. No person shall rent or lease all or any portion of a dwelling unit as a short-term vacation rental, as defined in this article, without initially and then on a continuing basis:
(1)Obtaining a Florida Department of Revenue certificate of registration for purposes of collecting and remitting tourist development taxes, sales surtaxes, and transient rental taxes, if applicable; and
(2)Obtaining a Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation license as a transient public lodging establishment, if applicable; and
(3)After first securing a certificate from the department of revenue, and a license from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, if applicable, an applicant may then obtain a business tax receipt from the City of Indian Rocks Beach pursuant to chapter 58 of the city’s Code of Ordinances.
Upon initial adoption of this section, owners of short term vacation rentals shall have 45 days to submit documentary evidence to the City of Indian Rocks Beach evidencing their individual efforts to register with the Florida Department of Revenue in compliance with this section. In the event items (1) or (2) above are not applicable to the property, the property owner shall provide a written statement and any supporting documentation setting forth the reason the requirement does not apply. The city manager or his/her designee shall make a final determination as to the applicability of these minimum requirements for a short term vacation rental.
(Ord. No. 2018-01, § 2, 9-11-2018)
(1) Minimum life/safety requirements. All short term vacation rentals shall comply with all applicable safety requirements, including but not limited to the Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act, Florida’s Building Code, and Florida’s Fire Prevention Code.
(2) Inspections.
(a) An individual or entity desiring to operate a short term vacation rental shall sign a sworn statement, under penalty of perjury, that he or she believes the subject property is in compliance with all applicable city codes. Execution of this sworn statement is a pre-requisite to receipt of the business tax receipt and final approval to operate a valid short-term vacation rental.
(b) Inspection of a vacation rental to verify compliance with the city’s Code of Ordinances and other applicable safety codes, which governed at the time of completion of the subject construction, may be required subsequent to registration with the city and annually after each renewal. If instances of noncompliance are found, all such instances of noncompliance shall be handled as other violations of the city’s Code of Ordinances, Florida Building Code and Florida Fire and Life Safety Codes are otherwise handled in the city. These requirements will not be imposed so as to affect contracts that pre-exist the effective date of this chapter.
(c) Annual inspections may be made by the city through appointment with the vacation rental owner or agent, as applicable. If a city inspector has made an appointment with vacation rental owner or agent, as applicable, for an inspection, and the city inspector is unable to complete the inspection as a result of an action or inaction of the vacation rental owner or agent, or an occupant of the vacation rental, the vacation rental owner shall be charged a “re-inspection” fee totaling $75.00. The re-inspection fee shall be paid prior to scheduling the re-inspection. In addition, failure of a vacation rental owner or agent, as applicable, to make the vacation rental available for an inspection within 20 days after notification by the city in writing that the city is ready to conduct an inspection, shall be a violation of this chapter punishable by a fine as provided for in section 1-15 of this Code. Such violation shall continue until the inspection is accomplished. Each day that such violation continues may be deemed a separate violation.
(3) Advertising requirement. All advertising for vacation rental units shall identify the city-issued business tax receipt number associated with the advertised rental property. The vacation business tax receipt number shall be included on all advertising, including, but not limited to print and internet-based advertising. Advertisements that do not contain this information or that contain inaccurate information shall be deemed a violation of this section and subject to the penalties set forth in section 110-848.
(4) Other standards. Any other standards contained in the city’s Code of Ordinances and Land Development Code, including but not limited to the city’s codes governing noise, garbage, and parking shall apply to short term vacation rentals as well. This shall include but not be limited to regulations concerning noise, parking, setbacks, storm water and other similar provisions.
(Ord. No. 2018-01, § 2, 9-11-2018)
(1) Posted contact information. The business tax receipt number for the short term vacation rental and phone number of the designated responsible party, as defined in this article, shall be posted on the front exterior of the dwelling in a place accessible to the public. The sign must be non-illuminated and be one square foot in size on each side. The sign’s background color shall be white, and the font shall be in black Times New Roman or Arial font, and in no smaller than 48-point typeface. The sign must be constructed of weather resistant wood or plastic. This requirement shall not apply in instances where the owner occupies a portion or division of the short term vacation rental as his or her primary residence.
(2) Duties. The duties of the short term vacation rental responsible party, whether that person be the property owner or an agent thereof, are to:
(a) Be available at the posted landline or mobile telephone number 24 hours a day, seven days a week and capable of directly responding, or directing a designated agent to directly respond to and resolve any issues or concerns raised by city staff or law enforcement officials arising from the short-term vacation rental use when the short term rental is occupied. In the event there are no tenants or occupants in the structure a designated responsible party must be available within a commercially reasonable response time;
(b) Be authorized to receive service of any legal notice on behalf of the owner of the property for violations of this section; and
(c) Maintain a record of all rental/lease agreements for the short termvacation rental property.
(d) Otherwise monitor the short-term vacation rental unit at least once a week to assure continued compliance with the requirements of this section.
(Ord. No. 2018-01, § 2, 9-11-2018)
(1)There shall be a written, or online lease, rental, tenant or other recorded usage agreement memorializing each tenancy in a vacation rental, between the owner or designated responsible party of the short term vacation rental property and any lessees or tenants. These agreements shall contain, among other things, the tenant’s agreement to the regulations contained in this article.
(2)The rental, lease, or recorded usage agreement must contain the following information at a minimum:
(a) The name of the primary responsible lessor who will be occupying theunit.
(b) The dates on which the renters or lessees will be occupying the unit.
(c) The city reserves the right to request and receive a copy of any lease agreement for the short term vacation rental from the owner or designated responsible party.
(Ord. No. 2018-01, § 2, 9-11-2018)
It shall be required that the following information be posted in a visually unobstructed area within each short term vacation rental unit:
(1)The name and phone number of the designated short-term vacation rental responsible party required by this article;
(2)Notice that all occupants of short term vacation rental units must comply with chapter 26 of the city’s Code of Ordinances, governing parking, noise, nuisances, litter and abandoned property;
(3)The scheduled days of trash pickup and recycling;
(4)The location of the nearest hospital; and
(5)A statement that all occupants must promptly evacuate the short termvacation rental upon posting of any evacuation order issued by state or local authorities.
(Ord. No. 2018-01, § 2, 9-11-2018)
(1)Non-compliance with any provisions of this article shall constitute a violation of this article.
(2)Each day a violation exists shall constitute a separate and distinct violation.
(Ord. No. 2018-01, § 2, 9-11-2018)
(1)Violations of this article shall be subject to penalties as part of a progressive enforcement program with the primary focus on compliance and compatibility with adjoining properties, versus penalties and legal actions. To accomplish a safe and effective short term vacation rental program it is key that short-term vacation rental designated responsible parties are responsive and responsible in the management of the property for compliance with this section. Any code enforcement activities will be pursued in accordance with F.S. ch. 162 and the city’s Code of Ordinances.
(2)Warnings. Warnings shall be issued to the owner of the property or their designated responsible party and include a correction/compliance period. Such warnings may include notice to other agencies for follow-up. Agencies that may be notified include but are not limited to the department of business and professional regulation, the Florida Department of Revenue, the Pinellas County Tax Collector, the Pinellas County Property Appraiser, or Florida’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission as applicable. Non-compliance with a correction/compliance period shall result in the issuance of a citation.
(3)Fines. Fines per violation shall increase, on a graduated basis based on the recurrence of individual violations:
(a)The first (1st) offense shall result in a fine of $150.00;
(b)The second (2nd) offense shall result in a fine of $300.00; and
(c)The third (3rd) offense, and any further repeat violations, shall result in a fine of $500.00.
The city may prosecute any code enforcement violations pursuant to its full and complete authority as set forth in F.S. ch. 162 and its own Code of Ordinances. The city may also rely on an appropriate enforcing agency at the state or local level.
(4)Additional remedies. Nothing contained herein shall prevent the city from seeking all other available remedies which may include but not be limited to injunctive relief, liens, and other civil and criminal penalties as provided by law, as well as referral to other enforcing agencies.
(Ord. No. 2018-01, § 2, 9-11-2018)
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
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| Freddie Lozano | Town Clerk | flozano@myindianshores.com | 727-595-4020 |
Does not have rental restrictions.
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
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| Ana Cabezas | Town Clerk | acabezas@kennethcityfl.org | 727-498-8948 |
Does not have rental restrictions.
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
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| Diane Brumer | City Clerk | dbruner@largo.com | N/A |
The City has adopted regulations for short term rentals. Below is a summary list. The City’s rules do not replace or alter any requirements imposed by the State of Florida, including any requirements for state licensure or state sales tax. These rules also do not affect additional regulations prescribed by Home Owners Associations (HOAs), Property Owners Associations (POAs) or other deed restrictions. It is the property owner’s responsibility to comply with any state, HOA, POA, or deed requirements or face potential enforcement or penalties from those authorities. The City, however, does not enforce the state’s licensure or sales tax requirements or HOA, POA, or deed restrictions.
SUMMARY OF CITY RULES FOR SHORT TERM RENTALS
Okay, got it! What do I do now?
1. Contact Largo Fire Rescue to schedule your High Hazard Inspection. The cost of such inspections $100 as prescribed by the City’s fee ordinance. This inspection must be conducted annually per the Florida Fire Code.
2. Designate your responsible party. This can be either be done by posting the name and telephone number on the exterior of the property, in an area visible to the public or this can be accomplished by adding this information to the City’s alarm decal system. An example of a Responsible Party External Notice is available online.
Remember, the designated responsible party can be the owner, a property management company, or another person over 18, and must be available 24/7 to resolve any issues or concerns with the short termrental.
3. Post required information for your rental guests. You can use this external posting which contains important safety information for your guests and is required to be posted in a conspicuous location within each rental unit.
4. That’s all, and happy hosting!
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clara VanBlargan | City Clerk | cvanblargan@madeirabeachfl.gov | 727-391-9951 ext 231 |
• Sec. 110‐176. ‐ Definition; purpose and intent.
The R‐1, single‐family residential district provides for single‐family residential development located where lower density single‐family uses are
desirable. The R‐1, single‐family residential district correlates with the residential urban (RU) category of the Countywide Plan. The lots and
dwellings are larger sized to provide for the desired density of use. Essential services and public facilities compatible with this residential district are
also provided.
Any use which is not specifically identified as a permitted use, accessory use or special exception use is a prohibited use. Prohibited uses shall
include, but are not limited to, short term rentals of a housing unit. As used in this division, the term “short term rental” shall mean any rental of a
dwelling unit, or portion thereof, for less than a six‐month period.
(Code 1983, § 20‐404; Ord. No. 1069, § 1, 2‐28‐06; Ord. No. 1138, § 2, 12‐9‐08)
• Sec. 110‐201. ‐ Definition; purpose and intent.
The R‐2, low density multifamily residential district provides for low density multifamily residential correlates with the residential medium (RM)
category of the Countywide Plan and, which does allow for a variety of dwelling types.
Any use which is not specifically identified as a permitted use, accessory use or special exception use is a prohibited use. Prohibited uses shall
include, but are not limited to, short term rentals of a housing unit. As used in this division, the term “short term rental” shall mean any rental of a
dwelling unit, or portion thereof, for less than a three‐month period.
(Code 1983, § 20‐404; Ord. No. 1069, § 2, 2‐28‐06; Ord. No. 1138, § 3, 12‐9‐08)
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
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| Mari Campbell | Town Clerk | townclerk@townofnorthredingtonbeach.com | 727‐391‐4848 |
under 78‐1 “residential dwelling unit.”
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
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| Ann Nixon | City Clerk | anixon@myoldsmar.com | (813) 749‐1115 |
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diane Corna | City Clerk | dcorna@pinellas‐park.com | 727‐541‐0706 |
Does not have rental restrictions.
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
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| Missy Clarke | Town Clerk | townclerk@townofredingtonbeach.com | 727‐391‐3875 |
(2d)Short-term rentals in District 2 and District 3 (excluding exceptions noted in code section 3(a)) are hereby prohibited and shall be subject to the following:
(A)Short-term rentals of single-family dwellings of less than 181 days constitutes a transient use and shall be prohibited in District 2 and District 3 (excluding exceptions noted in code section 3(a)).
(B)Property owners who rent their properties (located in District 2 and District 3) for less than 181 days shall be subject to penalties as set out in section 1-14 of Appendix A, and the Town of Redington Beach shall have authority to impose such penalty.
(C)If such properties are receiving the Homestead Exemption, the town is instructed to notify the Pinellas County Property Appraiser’s office and appropriate state agencies to report the violation.
(D)The town shall notify the Pinellas County Tax Collector to ensure the Owner is remitting the appropriate county and or state four percent Tourist Development Tax during the pendency of the prohibited use.
[District No. 3 is hereby zoned for the construction of buildings and use thereof as follows:]
(3a)District 3 is hereby zoned for the construction of single-family dwelling houses subject to general zoning regulations and restrictions set forth in Section 5, and use of such dwelling houses for single-family residential purposes, saving and excepting only Lot 9, Block 6 of First Addition to Lone Palm Beach Subdivision which is hereby zoned for use as a real estate brokerage office and office for rental and operation of rental cottages or units, in building or buildings as now constructed only, for the reasons that said lot was at the time of the original passage of Ordinance No. 11, and at all times since, been actually used for a use nonconforming with single-family residence only.
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Palmer | Town Clerk | townclerk@townofredingtonshores.com | 727‐397‐5538 |
Sec. 90-92. – Word usage; terms defined.
For the purpose of this part 5, certain terms and words are hereby defined. Words used in the present tense shall include the future; the singular number shall include the plural and the plural the singular; the word “building” includes the word “premises”; and the word “shall” is mandatory and not directory. Said definitions are as follows:
Rental, transient – The rental of a structural unit (dwelling/hotel/ motel/lodging house/guest house) in the RM-15 District or in the RD-15 district to a tenant for any period of time less than one month, or in the RS-7 District or the RS-10 District to a tenant for any period of time less than 181 consecutive days. As used in this definition, such term of “rental, transient” shall mean any rental of a dwelling unit, or any portion thereof, for less than the period of time as stated herein, and shall include any subletting or the use of such real property for overnight housing purposes, whether or not such overnight housing purposes involve consideration or remuneration specifically related to the housing of such tenant.
Transient accommodation unit – An individual room or rooms within a transient accommodation use designed to be rented as a single unit for temporary occupancy of a limited duration, and without independent cooking or kitchen facilities.
Transient accommodation use – A facility containing one or more transient accommodation units, the occupancy of which occurs, or is offered or advertised as being available, for a term of less than one month, more than three times in any twelve-month period. In determining whether a property is used as a transient accommodation use, such determination shall be made without regard to the form of ownership interest in the property or unit; and without regard to whether the right of occupancy arises from a rental agreement, or other agreement, or payment of consideration.
Transient rental – See “rental, transient.”
Sec. 90-97. – RS-7 low-density residential district.
The following regulations shall apply in the RS-7 low-density residential district:
C. Transient rentals, as defined by the Code, are specifically prohibited in the RS-7 district.
Sec. 90-98. – RS-10 medium/low-density residential district.
The following regulations shall apply in the RS-10 medium/low-density residential district:
C. Transient rentals, as defined by the Code, are specifically prohibited in the RS-10 district.
Sec. 90-99. – RD-15 medium-density duplex residential district.
The following regulations shall apply in the RD-15 medium-density duplex residential district:
C. Transient rentals, as defined by the Code, are specifically prohibited in the RD-15 district.
Sec. 90-100. – RM-15 medium/high-density multiresidential district.
The following regulations shall apply in the RM-15 medium/high-density multiresidential district:
C. Transient rentals, as defined by the Code, are specifically prohibited in the RM-15 district.
Sec. 90-101. – ROR-15 residential/office/retail district.
In the ROR-15 residential/office/retail district, the following regulations shall apply:
A. Permitted uses shall be as follows:
C. Minimum lot dimensions and density.
4. Transient accommodation uses shall not exceed 25 units per acre.
Sec. 90-103. – CTF commercial tourist facilities district.
The following regulations shall apply in the CTF commercial tourist facilities district:
A. Permitted uses shall be as follows:
H. Condo-hotels. A condo-hotel is a specialized form of transient accommodation use. Condo-hotels shall be allowed in any land use district where a hotel, motel or transient accommodation use would be allowed. Units in a condo-hotel are exempt from the prohibition of kitchens in transient accommodations, provided the structure of the condo-hotel and the units within the condo-hotel are constructed, maintained and used in accordance with the following criteria:
Sec. 90-111. – Regulations governing home occupations and other special uses.
A. Home occupations.
B. Other special uses.
C. Transient rentals. Transient rentals, as defined in this part 5, shall be deemed to constitute the operation of a commercial tourist facility and are specifically prohibited in the RS-7, RD-15, RS-10and RM-15 districts. Under special circumstances, a special use permit for such transient rentals in other residential districts may be granted for specified limited periods of time. The participation, either directly or indirectly, in such transient rentals by any person acting either as an owner, agent, broker or any other form of representative shall constitute participation in the operation of a commercial tourist facility. The advertising or use of any such property for transient rental, by any formal method, including the Internet, shall be deemed to be conducting the operation of a transient rental. Any violation of this provision shall be subject to a fine of $500.00. Each day of violation shall constitute a separate violation. The penalties contained in this provision shall be the exclusive penalties applicable to a violation of this transient rental subsection, and no other fines, penalties or provisions contained elsewhere in the Town of Redington Shores Code of Ordinances shall apply to violations of the transient rental subsection.
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rachael Telesca | Community Development Director | rtelesca@cityofsafetyharbor.com | 727-724-1555 |
Safety Harbor’s Land Development Code refers to vacation rentals as tourist homes and are allowed in the Residential‐3 zoning district as a conditional use requiring approval by the City Commission. A tourist home is defined as:
A single‐family detached dwelling used to provide temporary lodging accommodations for compensation to transient residents, especially tourists. A transient resident shall mean a visitor to the community who does not use the dwelling as a principal residence, who is neither gainfully employed in the community nor a student currently enrolled in a school located in the community or who resides in the dwelling for 6 weeks or less. The term tourist home shall not include a hotel/motel, lodging facilities or boarding homes. Tourist homes shall not be located within 1,200 feet of a pre‐existing tourist home. The locational standard shall be measured from the nearest property line of the existing home to the nearest property line of the proposed home.
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wesley Wright | Planning Department | wwright@stpetebeach.org | 727-363-9265 |
Short Term Rental Rules & Regulations
Subject to the provisions or restrictions contained in this section and elsewhere in this Code, permitted uses and structures in the RM Residential District are as follows:
(Ord. No. 03-7, § 3, 5-1-03; Ord. No. 2004-18, § 6, 8-24-04)
Subject to the provisions or restrictions contained in this section and elsewhere in this Code, permitted uses and structures in the PAG Overlay District are as follows:
(a) All uses permitted in the underlying zoning district; and
(b) Transient occupancy in single-family or multi-family dwellings, so long as any such transient occupancy of less than thirty (30) days does not occur more than three times in any 12-month period on any parcel.
(c) Uses that are in existence, upon date of adoption, shall be permitted as limited uses within an existing structure. Additions, improvements and renovations will be permitted, if the building meets the standards set forth in this division of the Code.
(Ord. No. 2016-19, § 2(Exh. A), 2-28-17)
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Britton Wilson | Planner II | britton.wilson@stpete.org | (727) 551-3542 |
Residential uses means, for the purpose of these regulations, single‐family, child foster home, community residential home, garage apartment,
duplex, multifamily, town house, boarding and rooming house, domiciliary and retirement home, and nursing home, which are available for
occupancy on no less than a monthly basis, or for less than a monthly basis three or fewer times in any consecutive 365‐day period. A use which
meets the definition of “transient accommodation use” is not considered a residential use for the purposes of this chapter. [at 16.90.020.3. ‐
Definitions.]
Transient accommodation uses means a building containing one or more transient accommodation units, one or more of which is occupied by one
or more persons, or offered or advertised as being available for such occupancy, when the right of occupancy is for a term less than monthly, such
right of occupancy being available more than three times in any consecutive 365‐day period. The determination that a property is being used as a
transient accommodation use is made without regard to the form of ownership of the property or unit, or whether the occupant has a direct or an
indirect ownership interest in the property or unit; and without regard to whether the right of occupancy arises from a rental agreement, other
agreement, or the payment of consideration. The term “transient accommodation uses” includes but is not limited to hotels, motels, recreational
vehicle parks, tourist lodging facilities, resort condominiums, resort dwellings, vacation resorts, and dwelling units occupied or available for
occupancy on an interval ownership or “time share” basis, when any of the above are made available for occupancy more than three times in any
consecutive 365‐day period and the right of occupancy is for a term less than monthly.
The term “transient accommodation uses” does not include any of the following uses if such use otherwise complies with the applicable
requirements of the City and is licensed by the State of Florida, if such licensing is required by law: bed and breakfast homes, community residential
homes, nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities for persons with drug, alcohol, or physical impairments, respite care facilities for persons with
terminal illnesses and their families, short‐term/emergency housing or long term housing where allowed by this chapter, and child foster homes.
The term “transient accommodation uses” does not include a guest house dwelling, when one or both of the sleeping rooms are located as a
permitted accessory use within and incidental to the primary residential structure and the primary residential structure is owned by a natural
person and occupied by the owner. A use which is otherwise a residential use is not considered a “transient accommodations use” solely because it
is occupied by members of the owner’s family, a housekeeper or caretaker, or guests who reside on the premises without paying rent or other
consideration for such occupancy. The term “transient accommodation uses” does not prohibit the owner of a residential dwelling unit from
occupying the dwelling unit as infrequently as the owner may desire. [ibid.]
Subsequently in the code, the only use that approximates vacation rental is a bed and breakfast, which is not permitted for a residential
neighborhood.
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Marie Mancuso | Community Development Director | amancuso@myseminole.com | 727-391-0204 ext 102 |
Transient accommodation uses (short term rentals) are not a listed permitted use within the residential plan categories or residential zoning
districts. It has been the law since 2005. According to the City of Seminole a Transient Accomodation Use is a facility containing one or more
transient accomodation units, the occupancy of which occurs, or is offered or advertised as being available, for a term of less than one (1) month,
more than three (3) times in any consecutive twelve (12) month period.
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carley Lewis | Director of Community Development | cityhall@mysouthpasadena.com | 727-347-4171 |
- Purpose and intent. The purpose and intent of the residential single-family districts is to provide for low-density single-family residential development in the City of South Pasadena, according to an adopted land use plan, to protect these residential neighborhoods from incompatible nonresidential uses and to provide the opportunity for appropriate nonresidential uses which do not conflict with the basic intent of these districts.
- Permitted uses. In all single-family districts, no building or structure shall be erected, altered or used, nor shall any land or water use be permitted, except for one or more of the following residential uses limited to:
(1) Single-family residential dwelling units. (Transient/tourist dwellings and hotel/motel are prohibited.)
[Amended 3-10-2008 by Ord. No. 2008-01]
| Contact | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irene Jacobs | Clerk of Court | ijacobs@ctsfl.us | 727-942-5614 |
(A) The purpose of the Resort Residential Zoning District is to provide for a wide range of transient accommodation options in locations in close
proximity to, or within areas recognized as tourist or downtown destinations. Accessory commercial uses are intended to be very limited and for the use of guests residing onsite. The purpose of these limitations is to reduce impacts associated with increased traffic and parking upon
surrounding properties. More intensive commercial uses should be located in nearby or adjacent commercially zoned areas within a five minute
walking distance. Resort residential projects shall be designed to integrate with surrounding properties and provide enhanced pedestrian access to
nearby commercial and tourist areas. Application of the Resort Residential Zoning District shall require an appropriate Future Land Use (or Overlay)
Map designation.
(B) Permitted Uses
(1) Bed & Breakfast Establishments (single family structures only; owner or manager occupied)
(2) Tourist Homes (subject paragraph F below)
(3) All Other Residential Uses allowed within the RM Zoning District
(C) Conditional Uses
(1) Condo Hotels (subject to paragraph G below)
(2) Hotels
(3) Motels
(4) Recreational Vehicle Parks & Subdivisions (subject to requirements and dimensional criteria established in the RV, Recreational Vehicle Zoning
district and paragraph I below)
(5) Timeshare and Fractional Ownership Establishments (subject to paragraph H below)
(D) Conditional Accessory Uses (only allowed as accessory to Condo Hotels, Hotels, & Motels)
(1) Retail Food/Eating establishments for onsite guests
(2) Gift shops/sundries for onsite guests
(3) Personal Services/Spa Facilities for onsite guests
(E) Density and Intensity Standards
(1) Residential uses (including Tourist Homes and Bed & Breakfast establishments) shall not exceed the density established by underlying Future
Land Use Category. Such units to be located within the Coastal High Hazard Area shall not exceed 5 units per acre.
(2) Transient Accommodations (all other uses) shall not exceed the underlying Future Land Use Category
(3) Accessory uses shall not exceed a Floor Area Ratio of .05 or 1,500 square feet, whichever is more restrictive.
(4) Impervious Surface Ratios shall not exceed the underlying Future Land Use Category.
(F) Tourist Homes may be permitted in any single family detached, attached, duplex, or semi‐detached unit. Such units may be occupied by the
owner for any length of time. Tourist Homes shall not be subject to distance separation requirements or a minimum/maximum length of stay. New
construction of residential units within the Resort Residential Zoning district shall comply with the dimensional criteria and all other development
standards of the RM, Residential Medium Zoning District. Tourist homes shall have a minimum of one off‐street parking space per bedroom.
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| Kathy Gademer | Community Development Director | kgademer@mytreasureisland.org | 727-547-4575 ext. 239 |
The following information regarding short term rentals is intended to provide the essential information which property owners in the city of Treasure Island need to know regarding owning and managing short term rental properties. Tourist Dwellings are not permitted by City Code to be in the RU-75 or RM-15 Zoning Districts. The city of Treasure Island presumes a property to be a Tourist Dwelling if:
1) The property is located in an RU-75 or RM-15 zoning district and is publicly offered/advertised for rental;
2) The property is located in the RU-75 (Single-Family) zoning district and has more than two (2) changes of occupancy in a 12-month period (link to map below); or
3) The property is located in the RM-15 (Multi-Family) zoning district and has more than six (6) changes of occupancy in a 12-month period (link to map below).
Tourist Dwellings are permitted in zoning districts CG, RFM-30, RFH-50, PR-MU Core, & PR-MU Gulf Boulevard and do not have restrictions on “changes of occupancy.
What does a Change of Occupancy mean?
It means exactly that – a new occupant. Each time a person or persons occupy a residence, on a temporary basis, is considered a change of occupancy. Whether the unit is rented or is made available free to groups or friends; each set of visitors counts as one change of occupancy. A property in the RU-75 and RM-15 zoning districts may not have more occupancies than permitted by the district. There is no minimum or maximum length of time for occupancy. It can be a day, a few days, weeks, or months.”
For more short term rental information- please contact City’s Community Development Department at (727) 547-4575 ext. 230 or email permits@mytreasureisland.org
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| pinellascounty.org | General Zoning Information | DRS-Help@pinellascounty.org | (727) 464-3401 |
(a) Purpose. The intent of short-term vacation rentals is to allow for an individual dwelling unit to be rented to an individual or party at a lease term that is less than one month while protecting the immediate vicinity from associated negative impacts relating to traffic, noise, safety, and maintenance. Short-term vacation rentals generally occur in typical residential units and mostly within residential neighborhoods. Individual rooms within owner-occupied properties may also be used for short-term vacation rentals.
(b) Applicability. This section shall apply to short-term vacation rentals consisting of individual dwelling units/rooms and the rental periods for said unit/room is more than three times in a calendar year for periods of 30 days or less. This section is not applicable to hotels/motels and bed and breakfast uses. This section is also not applicable to other residential dwelling units that are rented for periods over one month.
(c) Standards.
(1) Maximum occupancy. Maximum occupancy shall be no more than two persons per bedroom plus two persons in one common area, not to exceed more than ten persons total per unit, whichever is less.
(2) Parking. A minimum of one off-street parking space shall be provided for every three occupants. Garage spaces count towards minimum requirement if available to the occupant(s). Front lawn parking does not count towards the minimum requirement.
(3) Noise. Quiet hours are to be observed between 10:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. daily or as superseded by any county noise regulation.
(4) Responsible party. The property owner or designee shall be available in a timely manner to respond to inspections, complaints, or other problems related to the short-term vacation rental property. The duties of the short-term vacation responsible party are to:
a. Be available by telephone at the posted phone number to handle any issues arising from the short-term vacation rental use;
b. If necessary, be willing and able to come to the short-term vacation rental unit following notification from an occupant, owner, law enforcement, or county official to address issues related to the short-term vacation rental;
c. Be authorized to receive service of any legal notice on behalf of the owner for violations of this section; and
d. Otherwise regularly monitor the short-term vacation rental unit to assure compliance with the requirements of this section.
(5) Posting short-term vacation rental unit information. On the back of, or next to, the main entrance door or on the refrigerator, there shall be provided as a single page the following information:
a. The name, address and phone number of the short-term vacation rental responsible party;
b. The maximum occupancy of the unit, per section 138-3232(c)(1), above;
c. The maximum number of vehicles that can be parked at the unit, per section 138-3232(c)(2), above; along with a sketch of the location of the off-street parking spaces;
d. Noise standard, per section 138-3232(c)(3), above;
e. The days of trash pickup and recycling; and
f. The location of the nearest hospital.
(6) Fines. Any person convicted of violating any provisions of section 138-3232 may be punishable by a fine of up to $300.00, per violation, per day.
(Ord. No. 18-36 , § 3(Att. B), 10-23-18; Ord. No. 21-11 , § 53, 4-27-21)
Hilsborough County, FL
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| Kerri Miller | City Clerk | cityclerk@plantcitygov.net | 813-659-4200 |
No limitations pertaining to frequency, occupancy, or length of stay.
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| Eric Cotton | Manager of Development and Growth Management/Development Coordination Division | eric.cotton@tampagov.net | 813-274-7510 |
Sec. 27-43. – Definitions. Dwelling Unit: A room or group of rooms forming a single independent habitable unit used for or intended to be used for living, sleeping, sanitation, cooking and eating purposes by one (1) family only; for owner occupancy of for rental, lease or other occupancy on a weekly or longer basis; and containing independent kitchen, sanitary and sleeping facilities.
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| Cheryl Mooney | City Clerk | cmooney@templeterrace.com | 813-506-6440 |
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| Joe Gross | Code Enforcement Director | grossj@hillsboroughcounty.org | (813) 274-6600 |
Pasco County, FL
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All land uses not specifically permitted in residential districts are prohibited. There are no districts that specifically permit short term rentals.
No limitations pertaining to frequency, occupancy, or length of stay.
No limitations pertaining to frequency, occupancy, or length of stay.
No limitations pertaining to frequency, occupancy, or length of stay.
402.5. – Miscellaneous Uses
B. Vacation Rentals (formerly known as Short-Term Rentals).
1. Intent and Purpose. The intent and purpose of this section is to minimize conflicts occurring between vacation renters and permanent residents; to require explicit approval and notification for developments which intend to allow vacation rentals; and require the registration and monitoring of such units by both those that own and those that manage vacation rentals and who benefit economically therefrom and possess the authority to remedy problems that arise as a result ofvacation rentals.
2. Applicability. Nothing herein shall be construed to affect the validity or to otherwise prevent the enforcement of deed restrictions, or other similar instruments which, either explicitly or implicitly prohibit vacation rentals within a subdivision, planned unit development, condominium, or MPUD Master Planned Unit Development.
3. Existing Nonconformities. Certain vacation rentals were eligible for nonconforming (grandfathered) status in accordance with Ordinance No. 99-21 and are on file with the County Administrator or designee.
4. Approval Required. Except for those vacation rentals grandfathered above, pursuant to Ordinance No. 99-21, no existing or future dwelling units may be utilized for vacation rental purposes unless specifically authorized by the County through the Conditional Use process or an MPUD Zoning Amendment.
Individual dwelling units located within a platted subdivision or condominium will not be authorized as a vacation rental through the Conditional Use process or an MPUD Zoning Amendment. Rather, the Board of County Commissioners may only authorize future vacation rentals in:
a. The entire subdivision/condominium; or
b. A distinct section, unit, or increment of the subdivision/condominium.
5. Application Requirements, Existing Platted Subdivision or Condominium.
a. Applications for vacation rental approval in an existing subdivision/condominium may be submitted by any lot or unit owner.
b. Applications must be accompanied by a petition in favor of the application signed by the owners of a minimum of 51 percent of the lots/units.
6. Additional Notice Requirements. In addition to any other notice required by the Conditional Use process/MPUD Zoning Amendment process, written notice (Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested) shall be mailed by the applicant at least 20 days prior to the public hearing to each lot/unit owner within the subdivision/condominium for which the application is being made and to each lot/unit owner within 250 feet of the boundary of the application. The boundary of the application shall be the entire platted subdivision/condominium even if only a distinct section, unit, or increment is proposed as the subject of the application.
The applicant shall use the latest mailing address on file with the Property Appraiser for notification. Proof of mailing shall be furnished to the County seven days prior to the public hearing.
7. Required Standards. In determining whether or not to allow vacation rentals, the following factors shall be considered in addition to the factors required in this Code for Conditional Uses/MPUD approval:
a. The ratio of vacation rentals to total lots within the subdivision/condominium;
b. The setbacks between dwelling units within the subdivision/condominium; and
c. Any other factor affecting the compatibility of vacation rentals with residential dwelling units not being utilized as vacation rentals and lots/units located within 250 feet of the boundary of the application.
8. Post Approval Notification Requirements. Upon receiving vacation rental approval by the County, notices that vacation rentals will be allowed shall be provided as follows:
a. Homeowners’ Documents. Within ten days of approval for vacation rentals, or prior to the sale of any lots/units within the subdivision/condominium, whichever occurs first, the deed restrictions for the subdivision/condominium or instruments similar in function to deed restrictions shall indicate that vacation rentals are allowed within the subdivision/condominium and shall set forth the definition of “vacation rental” contained in this Code.
If the definition of “vacation rental” contained herein is more permissive than what is allowed in the subdivision/condominium, a more restrictive definition of “vacation rental” may be set forth. If vacation rentals are allowed in less than the entire subdivision/condominium, the deed restrictions shall identify the distinct section, unit, or increment in which vacation rentals are allowed.
b. Recorded Notice. A document to be entitled “Notice of Vacation Rentals,” which document shall boldly note that vacation rentals are allowed within the subdivision/condominium, shall be recorded by the applicant in the Public Records, separate from the deed restrictions or instruments similar in function for the subdivision/condominium. A copy of the recorded notice must be provided by the applicant to the County Administrator or designee, within ten days of approval for vacation rentals, or prior to the sale of any lots/units within the subdivision/condominium, whichever occurs first.
c. Posted Notice. Within ten days of approval for vacation rentals, or prior to the sale of any lots/units within the subdivision/condominium, whichever occurs first, notice, including the definition of “vacation rental” must be posted in a conspicuous place in the sales office or model center, if any, for the subdivision/condominium, and shall also be included in any sales literature for the project. If the definition of “vacation rental” contained herein is more permissive than what is allowed in the project, a more restrictive definition may be included in the notice. In addition, if vacation rentals are allowed in less than the entire subdivision/condominium, the notice shall identify the distinct section, unit, or increment in which vacation rentals are allowed. The notice shall be in no less than bold, 14 point font, and shall contain substantially the following language:
NOTICE OF VACATION RENTALS
(Name of subdivision/condominium)
(Name of developer/owner)
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE
PURCHASERS:
Vacation rentals are allowed within (name of subdivision/condominium). A vacation rental is defined by the County as a dwelling unit, which is advertised or made available more than three times per year for periods of fewer than 30 days or one calendar month at a time, whichever is less, for use, occupancy, or possession by the public. Timeshares, vacation rentals, and holiday rentals meeting this definition are examples of vacation rentals.
If you have any questions regarding vacation rentals, you may call the Pasco County Zoning and Site Development Department at (727) 847-8132.
d. Notice to Buyer. In addition to the notice required above, prior to the execution of a contract for sale and purchase of a lot/unit within a subdivision/condominium in which vacation rentals have been authorized, the seller of such lot/unit, whether the developer or a subsequent owner, and whether the lot/unit is improved or unimproved, shall provide written notice to any prospective purchaser that vacation rentals are allowed within the subdivision/condominium. The notice shall be in substantial conformance with the Notice of Vacation Rentals set forth above and must contain a sworn statement signed and dated by the seller indicating that the seller has advised the prospective purchaser of the presence of vacation rentals in the subdivision/condominium, along with a sworn statement signed and dated by the prospective purchaser indicating that the purchaser has been advised by the seller of the presence of vacation rentals in the subdivision/condominium. Both the seller and the prospective purchaser shall be given a signed copy of the notice.
e. Grandfathered Unit Notice Requirements. Units grandfathered pursuant to Section 402.5.B.3 shall be required to only comply with the notice requirements of Sections 402.5.B.8.b, c, and d.
9. Registration.
a. The property owner and management company, if applicable, shall, on or before September 30th of each year for each dwelling unit that is approved by the County as a vacation rental, register each unit with the County Administrator or designee, pay a registration fee, and obtain a business tax certificate from the Tax Collector. The application for such registration shall include: (1) the name, telephone number, e-mail address, and mailing address of the management company managing the vacation rental; (2) the name, telephone number, e-mail address, and mailing address of the owner of such unit; (3) the street address of the unit; (4) a telephone number at which a representative of the management company can be reached 24 hours per day. The number(s) submitted must be either a published local number or a toll-free number; and (5) a copy of the license required under Chapter 509, Florida Statutes. Only one business tax certificate need be obtained for each management company on an annual basis regardless of the number of properties managed under the said license. Finally, all vacation rentals, transient lodging, and bed and breakfasts on which payment is made to rent, lease, let, or use for a period of six months or less are subject to the County’s Tourist Development Tax and collections, Chapter 102 of the Pasco County Code. Any dwelling unit which does not comply with these provisions shall not be utilized as a vacation rental.
b. Within 30 days of the annual registration or due date for the tax, the unit shall not be utilized for a vacation rental. The owner of the unit and the management company for the unit shall amend or correct registration information within 15 calendar days of any change to ensure that the information on file with the County Administrator or designee is both current and accurate.
c. Registration fees and fines collected for violation of the provisions of this ordinance shall be deposited in a separate County account to be used to provide funds for additional Code Enforcement Officers to ensure compliance with the terms of this section.
10. Requirements for Operation. All approved vacation rentals including grandfathered units shall comply with the following requirements:
a. Except where the requirements of this section are more stringent, vacation rentals shall comply with all requirements for public lodging establishments under Chapter 509, Florida Statutes, and any other applicable local, State, and Federal regulations.
b. A copy of the Chapter 509, Florida Statutes, license, and the local business tax certificate for both the vacation rental and the management company for the unit shall be displayed on the back of the main entrance/exit door to the unit. The management company’s telephone number shall be listed on its license.
c. Each vacation rental must have an operable telephone with the words “In Case of Emergency Dial 911” or similar words displayed in a prominent position on or by each telephone in the unit.
d. Each person occupying a vacation rental and each person or entity responsible for the housekeeping of the unit must be notified of all rules for trash collection. This notice must include information on the days of trash collection for the unit, the required use of trash containers, and applicable limitations on how trash may be stored until the day before collection.
e. The maximum occupancy limits for vacation rentals shall be two persons per separate, enclosed bedroom. Persons who stay overnight in a unit shall be considered occupants of the unit irrespective of whether or not they are listed as occupants on the rental contract for the unit.
f. A vacation rental unit shall not be made available for a period of less than six days at a time.
g. Loading and unloading of buses shall not be allowed within the residential areas of a subdivision or condominium. For the purposes of this provision, any vehicle designed to seat more than 15 adults shall be considered a bus. School buses and public buses are exempt from the provisions of this paragraph.
h. A written log recording the names and addresses of all persons occupying a vacation rental unit, whether or not for exchange of consideration, and the length and dates of each person’s occupancy shall be kept for each rental unit and shall be provided to the County Administrator or designee at 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, Florida, for inspection within 72 hours of mailing a written request.
i. A notice in substantial conformance with the following shall be posted on the back of the main entrance/exit door to each vacation rental in no less than a 12 point font:
NOTICE TO OCCUPANT
This unit is located within a residential community. Please be considerate of your neighbors. The following are some of the local laws and community restrictions that you should be aware of during your stay:
1. Trash: All trash must be placed in a covered, watertight, trash container. Trash may not be stored in such a manner that it may become deposited on public property or the property of another or in a manner that it otherwise becomes a nuisance. Trash must be disposed of at least twice a week. Garbage collectors will pick up your trash on (owner/management company shall verify days of collection and insert here). To ensure that your trash is picked up, please place your trash containers by the road after 5:00 p.m., the day before pickup. Trash cans must be removed from the roadside the same day trash is picked up.
2. Noise: It is unlawful in the County to create noise at such a level or for such duration that the noise unreasonably interferes with your neighbors’ comfortable enjoyment of their property or disturbs the peace and tranquility of the neighborhood.
3. Animals: Dogs, cats, or other pets may not roam free outside of your unit. When outside, your dog must either be leashed or fenced and pet owners must clean up after their pet(s).
4. Clothing: With the exception of nudist and clothing-optional communities, you must wear clothes while in public or any other place where you are readily visible to the public or your neighbors. Females must wear both a top and a bottom, while males must wear a bottom. G-strings and similar articles of clothing are insufficient for this purpose.
The above notice may be modified when homeowners’ association restrictions or restrictions imposed by the unit owner are more stringent than the listed regulations. In addition, restrictions may be added to the notice. Any restrictions varying from or added to the notice shall not infringe upon any civil rights guaranteed by the United States or State Constitutions.
11. Enforcement. Violations may be addressed by any of the methods of this Code, Section 108, or revocation of approval of a Conditional Use or revocation of the registration of the vacation rental.
Both the management company and the owner of a vacation rental shall be responsible for compliance with and shall be held jointly and severally responsible for violations of this section.
12. Tourist Tax.
a. All vacation rentals on which payment is made to rent, lease, let, or use for a period of six months or less are subject to the County’s Tourist Development Tax and collections, Chapter 102 of the Pasco County Code and Section 125.0104, Florida Statutes.
b. Any residential dwelling unit used as a vacation rental which does not comply with this provision shall not be utilized as a vacation rental.
