Permit Requirements: Doral vs Homestead

Do I need a permit to list my property on Airbnb in Doral?

Doral requires a Certificate of Use ($136.17 initial, $36.70 annual renewal), DBPR license, and Florida DOR resort tax registration. Property owners must sign an affidavit certifying compliance with all city ordinances. HOA/CDD approval may also be required.

What are the short-term rental registration requirements in Doral?

CU Fee: $136.17 initial. Renewal: $36.70 annually. DBPR: State license required. Affidavit: Owner compliance cert.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Homestead?

Yes. You need a local business tax receipt from the city and a vacation rental license from the Florida DBPR. You must also register for sales tax and tourist development tax collection.

Can Homestead ban short-term rentals?

Florida law preempts cities from banning STRs that were operating before June 2011. The city can impose reasonable regulations regarding noise, parking, and nuisance but cannot impose outright bans.

What taxes do Homestead STR hosts owe?

Hosts must collect and remit Florida sales tax (6%) and Miami-Dade County tourist development tax (6%). Register with the FL Department of Revenue and Miami-Dade County tax collector.