Ocoee, FL Short-Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- State Formula
- 2 per bedroom + 2
- Under 6
- Not counted
- Source
- FL §509.032 / SB 280
- Local Cap
- None stricter
- Enforcement
- Code Enforcement
Summary
FL §509.032(7)(b) allows Ocoee to cap STR occupancy at 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 additional, or 2 persons per 50 sq ft of sleeping area, whichever is less, matching SB 280 (2024).
509.032 Duties. - (1) GENERAL. - The division shall carry out all of the provisions of this chapter and all other applicable laws and rules relating to the inspection or regulation of public lodging establishments and public food service establishments for the purpose of safeguarding the public health, safety, and welfare. The division shall be responsible for ascertaining that an operator licensed under this chapter does not engage in any misleading advertising or unethical practices. (2) INSPECTION OF PREMISES. - (a) The division has jurisdiction and is responsible for all inspections required by this chapter. The division is responsible for quality assurance.
Full Breakdown
Under FL §509.032 as amended by SB 280, Ocoee may enforce occupancy caps using the statutory formula of 2 persons per bedroom plus 2, excluding children under 6. Ocoee has not adopted STR-specific occupancy beyond this, but generally enforces building code and fire egress limits. Overcrowding at an STR can trigger Code Enforcement action and jeopardize the DBPR license.
Violations & Fines
Overcrowding: up to 500 dollars per Ocoee Code §1-12. Repeat violations can lead to STR registration suspension.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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