Delray Beach, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Palm Beach County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $75.00
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$75.00License Cost
50 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$75.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap50 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

library.municode.com/fl/delray_beach/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=CD_ORD_TIT11BURE_CH117LAPE_S117.99PE
Data confidence: 70%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Delray Beach, Florida

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Delray Beach, Florida are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $75.00).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Delray Beach, Florida?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Delray Beach, Florida.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Delray Beach?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $75.00.

Where do these Delray Beach short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Delray Beach'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 Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, or Florida authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.