Registration Rules: Miami vs North Miami

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.

Can I run an Airbnb in North Miami?

Generally no for stays under 3 months. The City of North Miami prohibits rentals of 3 months or less and prohibits any property from being rented more than 4 times in a 12-month period. Advertising sub-3-month stays is also prohibited and is enforced by Code Compliance.

Does North Miami have its own STR registration portal?

No. North Miami does not run a dedicated STR registration program. Lawful operators must hold a Florida DBPR vacation rental license under F.S. 509.241, a Miami-Dade County Local Business Tax Receipt, and a Tourist Development Tax account with the County Tax Collector.

How does Florida's state preemption affect this rule?

F.S. 509.032(7)(b) preempts local STR ordinances enacted on or after June 1, 2011 from regulating rental duration or frequency. North Miami enforces its restriction through pre-existing zoning and nuisance authority and continues to cite violations under that framework.