Fort Pierce, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — St. Lucie County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $600.00
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$600.00License Cost
772 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$600.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap772 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

cityoffortpierce.com/478/Short-Term-Vacation-Rentals
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Fort Pierce, Florida

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Fort Pierce, Florida are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $600.00).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Fort Pierce, Florida?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Fort Pierce?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $600.00.

Where do these Fort Pierce short-term rental rules come from?

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