Destin, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Okaloosa County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$500 (≤2499 sq ft), $600 (2500–4999 sq ft), $700 (≥5000 sq ft)
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Allowed in: BRMU, CBR, CMU, GRMU, HIMU, NHMU, ROI-TD, SHMU, CBN, LDR-HI, MDR-HI, HDR-HI

Official Sources

cityofdestin.com/faq.aspx?TID=19
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Destin, Florida

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Destin, Florida are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $500 (≤2499 sq ft), $600 (2500).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Destin, Florida?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Destin?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $500 (≤2499 sq ft), $600 (2500.

Where do these Destin short-term rental rules come from?

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