Golf, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Palm Beach County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 6%Business License Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Palm Beach County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
6%Tax Rate
50 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistYes

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 / TOT6%

Official Sources

library.municode.com/fl/palm_beach_county/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PABECOCO_CH17LITAMIBURE_ARTIIITODETA
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Golf, Florida

Golf, Florida has no separate city ordinance, so Palm Beach County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 6% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Golf, Florida?

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

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

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Golf?

Short-term rentals in Golf are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 6%.

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

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