Fort Lauderdale STR operators must collect the Florida state sales tax, Broward County Tourist Development Tax, and local business taxes. The combined rate is approximately 12-13%.
STR operators in Fort Lauderdale must collect the Florida state sales tax (6%), the discretionary sales surtax (1% Broward County), and the Broward County Tourist Development Tax (6%). The combined effective rate is approximately 13%. Platforms like Airbnb collect and remit Florida state and county taxes automatically. Operators must also maintain a local business tax receipt. Annual vacation rental registration fees apply.
Failure to collect or remit taxes results in penalties from the Florida Department of Revenue and Broward County.
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Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale's Chapter 17 noise ordinance strictly regulates amplified sound with specific dBA and dBC limits that vary by day of week and time. Residenti...
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale restricts construction noise to specific hours. Construction is generally permitted 7 AM to 6 PM Monday through Saturday. Weekend and holiday...
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is a major source of aircraft noise. The airport operates under FAA noise abatement procedures and the ...
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale has a comprehensive noise control ordinance (Chapter 17) with specific decibel limits by zone and time of day. Residential zones have a 55 dB...
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale addresses abandoned vehicles under Chapter 26 (Traffic and Parking) and Chapter 18 (Nuisances). Vehicles left unattended on public property f...
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale regulates retaining walls under the ULDR and the Florida Building Code. Retaining walls over 4 feet in height require building permits with s...
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