Miami Beach, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Miami-Dade County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes

Business License RequiredYes

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

Zoning Restrictions

prohibited in all single-family homes and in many multi-family housing buildings in certain zoning districts

Official Sources

miamibeachfl.gov/business/vacation-short-term-rentals/

Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Miami Beach, Florida

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Miami Beach, Florida are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

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

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

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