Miami Airbnb license and short-term rental permit requirements
Miami STR eligibility depends on city zoning, certificate and business tax steps, and Florida lodging requirements. Hosts should verify the address before listing.
Quick answer
Miami hosts should treat the current status as Certificate and zoning review needed. Before publishing or renewing a listing, confirm the exact address with City of Miami Building, Planning, and Zoning, review the official source, and prepare the tax, zoning, renewal, and document items below.
Agency and application link
Primary agency: City of Miami Building, Planning, and Zoning
Open official sourceCost, renewal, and tax notes
Cost
Use the official Miami source to confirm current certificate, business tax, and inspection costs.
Renewal
Track certificate, business tax, and state lodging renewal deadlines together.
Tax
Confirm city, county, and state lodging tax obligations before taking reservations.
Zoning and occupancy note
Miami's zoning rules can determine whether the property may operate as a short-term rental.
Documents to gather
- Property zoning confirmation
- Certificate of Use or comparable city authorization
- Business tax receipt
- State DBPR license where applicable
- Owner or responsible-party contact information
Fine and operating risk
A listing that conflicts with Miami zoning or lacks local authorization may face code enforcement and fines.