West Melbourne, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Brevard County

Conditional

STR Status

Min Stay: 7Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
7Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay7
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT6% Florida Sales Tax plus 5.0% Brevard Tourist Development Tax

Zoning Restrictions

  • prohibited in all residential zoning districts for stays under one week

Official Sources

westmelbourne.org/690/Short-Term-Residential-Rentals
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in West Melbourne, Florida

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in West Melbourne, Florida are allowed under certain conditions. A lodging/occupancy tax of 6% Florida Sales Tax applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in West Melbourne, Florida?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in West Melbourne?

A business license is also required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in West Melbourne?

Short-term rentals in West Melbourne are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 6% Florida Sales Tax.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in West Melbourne?

Yes — West Melbourne sets a minimum stay of 7 nights.

Where do these West Melbourne short-term rental rules come from?

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