Bay Harbor Islands, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Miami-Dade County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 days or one calendar month, whichever is less
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • RM-1, RM-2, RM-3, and B-1 zoning districts (vesting provision only)

Official Sources

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Bay Harbor Islands?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Bay Harbor Islands?

Yes — Bay Harbor Islands sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these Bay Harbor Islands short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Bay Harbor Islands's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Bay Harbor Islands, Miami-Dade County, or Florida authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.