Showing ordinances that apply to South Apopka, FL
South Apopka is an unincorporated community (population 6,803) in Orange County, Florida. Because South Apopka is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Orange County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The rental registration rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Orange County does not require general residential rental registration for long-term rentals. Short-term rentals (under 6 months) require separate county registration and business tax receipt. FL HB 1417 (2023) preempted local rental inspection and registration programs for long-term rentals.
The county had considered a rental registry program but it was preempted by 2023 state legislation. Short-term vacation rentals must register with FL DBPR and obtain Orange County business tax receipt per Orange County Code Chapter 25. Mobile home parks require separate licensing under FL §723. Contact Orange County at (407) 836-3111 for enforcement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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