Lake Clarke Shores, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Palm Beach 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$450 initial registration fee + $33.08 business tax
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

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Lake Clarke Shores, Florida

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lake Clarke Shores, Florida are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $450 initial registration fee ).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lake Clarke Shores, Florida?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lake Clarke Shores?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $450 initial registration fee .

Where do these Lake Clarke Shores short-term rental rules come from?

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