Go to the Pinellas Co Tax Site and see if the property is located in an unincorporated area of the county.
Home is NOT located in an unincorporated area of Pinellas Co- Now the regulation will fall to each of the cities that the home is located in. Each city has a different set of regulations on short-term rentals. Pinellas County Realtor Organization is one resource you can use to check your area.
Home IS located in an unincorporated area of Pinellas County- you can rent your home as a short term rental. Click here for Certificate of use program for unincorporated Pinellas Co on all approved short term rentals.
If home is located in a neighborhood or building with an HOA or COA, you need to confirm any bylaws or guidelines regarding leases and make sure to follow to avoid complaints or issues.
The Certificate of Use Program is only for properties that reside in unincorporated Pinellas County. Contact the specific municipality for more information. Not sure if your STR property in a municipality or unincorporated Pinellas County check this link.
Once you have confirmed you can use your home/condo/townhome as a transient rental you need to apply for proper licensing with the DBPR.
Hotels and Restaurants Lodging License.
Next make sure to register an account and pay the appropriate taxes.
Make sure you register a tax account with the Florida Department of Revenue.
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