Port Charlotte, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Charlotte County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $69Tax: 2%Min Stay: 14 nights
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Charlotte County which apply to this area.
$69License Cost
14 nightsMin. Night Stay
14 nights/yrAnnual Cap
2%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$69
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay14 nights
Max Nights Per Year14 nights
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT2%

Zoning Restrictions

  • A0
  • A1
  • A2
  • A3
  • A4
  • A7O
  • A8
  • A9
  • C-8
  • C0
  • C2
  • C3
  • C5
  • C6
  • C7
  • C8
  • C9
  • C95
  • F0
  • F1
  • F2
  • F3
  • F3E
  • F4
  • F5
  • F6
  • F8
  • F9
  • F9I
  • I1P
  • I1R
  • I1T
  • I2
  • I3
  • I4
  • I6M
  • I7
  • I8
  • M0
  • M07
  • M1
  • M2
  • M3
  • M4
  • M5
  • M6
  • M6W
  • M7S
  • M8
  • M9
  • R0
  • R1
  • R1M
  • R2
  • R3
  • R4
  • R6
  • R7
  • R8
  • R9
  • S0
  • S0O
  • S1
  • S3
  • S5
  • S5A
  • S6
  • S7
  • S9
  • commercial districts
  • residential area
  • residential districts
  • residential zone of
  • tourist districts

Official Sources

library.municode.com/fl/charlotte_county/codes/code_of_ordinancescltpr.com/articles/strfl-counties.com/sites/default/files/2020-05/Charlotte%20County%20Plan%20for%20Short%20Term%20Rentals%20FINAL.pdftaxcollector.charlottecountyfl.gov/tourist-taxlodgify.com/guides/short-term-rental-rules-florida/minut.com/blog/charlotte-short-term-rental-lawsrentalregistration.charlottenc.gov/
Data confidence: 75%Last updated: May 20, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Port Charlotte, Florida

Port Charlotte, Florida has no separate city ordinance, so Charlotte County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $69). The home must be the host's primary residence. A lodging/occupancy tax of 2% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Port Charlotte, Florida?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Port Charlotte, Florida. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Port Charlotte?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $69.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Port Charlotte?

Short-term rentals in Port Charlotte are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 2%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Port Charlotte?

Yes — Port Charlotte sets a minimum stay of 14 nights and a cap of 14 rental nights per year.

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