Lehigh Acres, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Lee County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $300Tax: 5%Min Stay: 30 nights
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Lee County which apply to this area.
$300License Cost
30 nightsMin. Night Stay
5%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$300
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay30 nights
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT5%

Official Sources

leeclerk.org/i-want-to/ask/frequently-asked-questions/tourist-development-taxbnbcalc.com/blog/short-term-rental-regulation/Lee-County-Florida-Guidelibrary.municode.com/fl/fort_myers_beach/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIIICOOR_CH34ZODIDESTNO_ARTIVSURE_DIV32-ASHRMREsteadily.com/blog/airbnb-short-term-rental-laws-regulations-fort-myersleegov.com/countymanager/News%20Documents/Lee%20County%20extends%20short-term%20vacation%20rentals%20prohibition.pdffortmyersbeachfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/13203/ORDINANCE-18-01-Short-Term-Rentals-Regulation-FINALagentsgather.com/short-term-rental-rules-in-southwest-florida-2026/
Data confidence: 69%Last updated: May 22, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Lehigh Acres, Florida

Lehigh Acres, Florida has no separate city ordinance, so Lee County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $300). A lodging/occupancy tax of 5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lehigh Acres, Florida?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Lehigh Acres, Florida.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lehigh Acres?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $300.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Lehigh Acres?

Short-term rentals in Lehigh Acres are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Lehigh Acres?

Yes — Lehigh Acres sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Lehigh Acres, Lee County, or Florida authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.