Ruskin, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hillsborough County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $45Tax: 6%Min Stay: 30 nights
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Hillsborough County which apply to this area.
$45License Cost
30 nightsMin. Night Stay
1 nights/yrAnnual Cap
6%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$45
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay30 nights
Max Nights Per Year1 nights
Density / Distance Cap1
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT6%

Official Sources

eatonrealty.com/blog/property-management/hillsborough-county-short-term-rental-lawsbnbcalc.com/blog/short-term-rental-regulation/Hillsborough-County-Florida-Guidehcfl.gov/residents/property-owners-and-renters/renters-and-landlords/renters-and-landlords-rights-and-responsibilitieslibrary.municode.com/fl/hillsborough_county/codes/code_of_ordinances,_part_a?nodeId=HICOCOORLA_CH16COAFsteadily.com/blog/airbnb-short-term-rental-laws-regulations-tampahillstaxfl.gov/other-services/tourist-development/general-information/lodgecompliance.com/local-jurisdiction/hillsborough-county-flstayvello.com/a-guide-to-floridas-str-tax-and-licensing-requirements-for-tampa-st-pete-clearwater/
Data confidence: 78%Last updated: May 22, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Ruskin, Florida

Ruskin, Florida has no separate city ordinance, so Hillsborough County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $45). The home must be the host's primary residence. A lodging/occupancy tax of 6% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Ruskin, Florida?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Ruskin?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $45.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Ruskin?

Short-term rentals in Ruskin are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 6%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Ruskin?

Yes — Ruskin sets a minimum stay of 30 nights and a cap of 1 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 Ruskin, Hillsborough County, or Florida authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.