Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Broward County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Allowed in RS-4, RS-5, RD-10, RM-15, RM-16, RM-25, RM-50, B-1, B-1-A; prohibited in RM-25 properties south of Pine Avenue AND west of Bougainvilla Drive with frontage 60 feet or less
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $775.00 certificate fee + $75.).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $775.00 certificate fee + $75..
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea?
Yes — Lauderdale-by-the-Sea sets a minimum stay of 7 nights.
Where do these Lauderdale-by-the-Sea short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Lauderdale-by-the-Sea'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 Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Broward County, or Florida authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.