Fernandina Beach, Florida
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Nassau County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- R-3 zone required; R-1/R-2 only if grandfathered (pre-October 3, 2000); all other zones minimum 30-day rental
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Fernandina Beach, Florida
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Fernandina Beach, Florida are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $300 new permit; $200 renewal;).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Fernandina Beach, Florida?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Fernandina Beach, Florida.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Fernandina Beach?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $300 new permit; $200 renewal;.
Where do these Fernandina Beach short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Fernandina 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 Fernandina Beach, Nassau County, or Florida authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.