Punta Gorda, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Charlotte County

Allowed (Permit Required)

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 / TOT6% state sales tax + 1% Charlotte County discretionary sales tax + 5% Tourist Development Tax

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

ci.punta-gorda.fl.us/government/city-clerk/vacation-rentals
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Punta Gorda, Florida

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Punta Gorda, Florida are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 6% state sales tax + applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Punta Gorda, Florida?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Punta Gorda, Florida.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Punta Gorda?

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Punta Gorda?

Short-term rentals in Punta Gorda are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 6% state sales tax +.

Where do these Punta Gorda short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Punta Gorda'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 Punta Gorda, Charlotte County, or Florida authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.