Registration Rules: Hialeah vs Miami

Do I need to register my Hialeah short-term rental?

Yes. You must obtain a Miami-Dade County Certificate of Use, hold a DBPR vacation rental license under FS 509.241, and register with the Florida Department of Revenue for sales and tourist taxes. Confirm zoning eligibility with Hialeah Planning at (305) 883-8075.

Why can't Hialeah ban short-term rentals outright?

Florida Statute 509.032(7)(b) preempts cities from prohibiting vacation rentals or regulating duration/frequency unless the ordinance was on the books before June 1, 2011. Cities may still impose registration, safety, and zoning rules that apply equally to all residential properties.

What licenses do I need to run an Airbnb in the City of Miami?

You need a City of Miami Certificate of Use, a Business Tax Receipt, a Florida DBPR Vacation Rental License under FS 509.241, and registration for the 6% Miami-Dade Tourist Development Tax plus 7% state sales tax.

Can I run a short-term rental in a T3 single-family neighborhood in Miami?

No. The Miami 21 zoning code generally limits vacation rentals to T4, T5, T6, and CI-HD transect zones. T3 zones, which cover most low-density single-family areas, do not permit short-term rentals.

What are the Certificate of Use application fees in Miami?

Fees change annually. Confirm current Certificate of Use, inspection, and renewal fees with the City of Miami Building Department before applying, since the city and Miami-Dade County publish separate fee schedules.