Permit Requirements: Homestead vs Miami Beach

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.

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

Miami Beach prohibits STRs in all single-family homes and many multi-family buildings. Where allowed, operators need a DBPR license, county Certificate of Use, city Business Tax Receipt, and Resort Tax account. Fines start at $20,000.

What are the short-term rental registration requirements in Miami Beach?

Single-Family: STRs prohibited. First Fine: $20,000. Max Fine: Up to $100,000. Grandfathered: Pre-2011 rules valid.