Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Boca Grande, FL

Airbnb listings are allowed in Boca Grande, FL, but with restrictions. Short-term (transient) rentals are subject to Lee County zoning and the Gasparilla Island Conservation District Act (GICDA). Gasparilla Island special regulations limit height, density, and development standards to prioritize the preservation of village character. Transient rentals must comply with a 5% Lee County Tourist Development Tax and Florida sales tax requirements. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term (transient) rentals are subject to Lee County zoning and the Gasparilla Island Conservation District Act (GICDA). Gasparilla Island special regulations limit height, density, and development standards to prioritize the preservation of village character. Transient rentals must comply with a 5% Lee County Tourist Development Tax and Florida sales tax requirements.

No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Boca Grande.

Vrbo is permitted in Boca Grande, FL under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Boca Grande are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Boca Grande. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.