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Airbnb Regulations by City

STR permit requirements, taxes, and rules for top vacation rental markets

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Regulations change frequently. The information on this page is for educational purposes only and may not be current. Always verify requirements directly with local government before investing. We are not legal advisors.

30
Markets Covered
6
Strict Enforcement
29
Allow Investment STRs

Southeast

Nashville, TN

Strict Enforcement

Nashville has strict STR regulations with permits required. Non-owner occupied permits are limited in residential zones.

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Miami, FL

Strict Enforcement

Miami Beach has strict regulations limiting STRs in many areas. Miami proper is more STR-friendly but check specific zones.

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Savannah, GA

Savannah requires STVR permits with different zones having different rules. Historic district has specific guidelines.

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Charleston, SC

Charleston has overlay zones restricting STRs in parts of the peninsula. County islands have different rules.

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Gatlinburg, TN

Sevier County is very STR-friendly. Minimal regulations compared to many markets.

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Gulf Shores, AL

Gulf Shores requires STR permits but is generally welcoming to vacation rentals.

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New Orleans, LA

New Orleans has strict STR regulations with residential and commercial license types. French Quarter has specific rules.

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Tampa, FL

Hillsborough County requires STR registration. Regulations vary by specific municipality.

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Pigeon Forge, TN

Sevier County is very STR-friendly with minimal regulation.

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Destin, FL

Okaloosa County has STR regulations but the area is generally vacation-rental friendly.

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Orlando, FL

Osceola County (Kissimmee) is vacation-rental friendly. Orange County has more restrictions in residential areas.

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Myrtle Beach, SC

Myrtle Beach has STR registration requirements. Check specific zone regulations.

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Key West, FL

Key West has strict STR regulations with transient license requirements. Limited licenses available.

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Sarasota, FL

Moderate Enforcement

Sarasota County requires vacation rental licenses and collects a 5% Tourist Development Tax on top of state sales tax. The city and county have different rules, so investors need to verify which jurisdiction applies.

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St. Petersburg, FL

Moderate Enforcement

St. Petersburg has specific zoning requirements for short-term rentals. Vacation rentals are permitted in certain zones but restricted in others, particularly single-family residential areas. State licensing through DBPR is also required.

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Jacksonville, FL

Moderate Enforcement

Jacksonville requires short-term vacation rental registration and compliance with the Duval County tourist development tax. Beach communities (Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach) may have additional local requirements.

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Cape Coral, FL

Moderate Enforcement

Cape Coral requires vacation rental registration with the city and compliance with Lee County's tourist development tax. The city has specific rules about canal usage and dock permits that affect waterfront rental properties.

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