Highland Beach, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Palm Beach County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalbiennial
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/157/Vacation-Rentals-Registration-Form-PDF
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Highland Beach, Florida

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Highland Beach, Florida are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

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

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

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