Night Caps: Doral vs Homestead

How many times per year can I rent my Doral home short-term?

The City of Doral allows no more than three (3) short-term rental registrations per property in any 12-month period, with each rental lasting between 7 days and 6 months. Stays under 7 days are prohibited. A new registration with Code Compliance is required for each rental period. Confirm the current limit with the Doral Code Compliance Department at 305-593-6700.

Why can Doral cap short-term rentals when Florida preempts new STR rules?

Florida Statute 509.032(7)(b) only preempts city STR-specific ordinances adopted after June 1, 2011. Doral incorporated in 2003, so its short-term rental restrictions, including the three-rentals-per-12-months cap and the 7-day minimum stay, are treated as pre-existing local rules that the state preserves. The DBPR license under FS 509.241 still applies on top of the city rules.

Is there a limit on how many nights I can rent my Homestead property?

No. Homestead does not impose annual night caps on short-term rentals. Florida law preempts cities from imposing such restrictions.

Can Homestead limit how often I rent on Airbnb?

No. Under Florida Statute Section 509.032, the city cannot impose night caps or frequency limits that would effectively ban vacation rentals.

Do I still need a license if I only rent a few times a year?

Yes. Regardless of rental frequency, you need a local business tax receipt and DBPR vacation rental license. Taxes must be collected for every rental night.