Short term rental laws

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Luke Rorech
Real Estate Agent · Greater Tampa Bay · Member since 2017 · 392 posts · 290 votes
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As others have mentioned, find out exactly where the property is located. Whether that's regulated by the county or a specific municipality will give you a better idea of who to reach out to. And as @Tyler Solomon mentioned, @Andrew Steffens is worth reaching out to. Best of luck. 

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  • Kenneth GarrettPro Member
    Investor · Florida Panhandle/Illinois · Member since 2016 · 4k+ posts · 3k+ votes
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    @Reginald R Cloutier Jr

    In order to answer your question or to do the research you need to know specifically what jurisdiction the property is in. County and or city or both. Then you can go online or contact them for specific information. There is no state requirement other then paying STR/Hotel tax.

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  • Tyler GibsonBusiness Member
    Real Estate Agent · Orlando, FL · Member since 2017 · 1k+ posts · 2k+ votes
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    Quote from @Reginald R Cloutier Jr:

    Hello everyone I am looking at a couple properties between Tampa and Lakeland FL for short term rentals. Does any one have an idea on current laws revolving around short term rentals. thank you


    At a county level STR is allowed but if the property is part of a local municipality then there could be restrictions. After that you would want to review HOA regulations if there is one.

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  • Reginald R Cloutier Jr
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    Griswold, CT · Member since 2021 · 21 posts · 4 votes
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    Ok thank you

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  • Sara Levy-Lambert
    USA · Member since 2022 · 879 posts · 109 votes
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    "

    Tampa Short Term Rental Laws

    While the City of Tampa does not regulate the short-term rental market, Hillsborough County, where Tampa is located, has imposed certain regulations applicable to owners in Tampa.

    In specific, properties can be rented for seven days or fewer at a time only if they are in certain city zones.

    Here, vacation rentals are expected to meet all the licensing and taxing requirements of the State of Florida.

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    Source: https://awning.com/post/florid...

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  • Kevin Escobar
    Investor · Member since 2021 · 65 posts · 33 votes
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    Just type into google the city/township/county the homes are in followed by short term rental laws, airbnb laws, str permits etc and see what results come up from those municipalities websites. To take it further just call their building departments and ask to verify any questions. Also keep in mind, if there are no regulations currently on the books - that can change at any time. 

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  • Tyler Solomon
    Lender · Austin, TX · Member since 2022 · 223 posts · 244 votes
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    @Andrew Steffens Should be able to help on this one. You can also start by simply googling "STR Regulations in XYZ..."

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  • Luke Rorech
    Real Estate Agent · Greater Tampa Bay · Member since 2017 · 392 posts · 290 votes
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    As others have mentioned, find out exactly where the property is located. Whether that's regulated by the county or a specific municipality will give you a better idea of who to reach out to. And as @Tyler Solomon mentioned, @Andrew Steffens is worth reaching out to. Best of luck. 

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  • Andrew SteffensBusiness Member
    Tampa, FL · Member since 2022 · 3k+ posts · 3k+ votes
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    Quote from @Luke Rorech:

    As others have mentioned, find out exactly where the property is located. Whether that's regulated by the county or a specific municipality will give you a better idea of who to reach out to. And as @Tyler Solomon mentioned, @Andrew Steffens is worth reaching out to. Best of luck. 

     Thanks @Luke Rorech and @Tyler Solomon

    @Reginald R Cloutier Jr I sent you a DM/Connection Request. I own a STR PM company with 70+ units serving the greater Tampa market and am well versed on the current laws of all the local municipalities. I hope to hear from you soon!

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  • Nick Velez
    Lender · Member since 2019 · 250 posts · 219 votes
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    @Reginald R Cloutier Jr

    Hey Reginald,

    I would definitely talk to a local realtor who works with STR clients. For the surrounding Tampa area, @Josh Green is a local rockstar who has helped several of my clients purchase STR's in amazing areas. 

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  • Raymond J. RodriguesBusiness Member
    Lender · Miami, FL · Member since 2017 · 1k+ posts · 797 votes
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    Hello @Reginald R Cloutier Jr, @Josh Green services the area and can help you find a property that suits your needs. Reach out to him! 

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  • Reginald R Cloutier Jr
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    Griswold, CT · Member since 2021 · 21 posts · 4 votes
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    Ok thank you 

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