Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Brandon, FL

Short-term or transient rentals are permitted only where the Hillsborough County Land Development Code (LDC) and a property’s zoning expressly allow transient or hotel/motel uses. Rentals of six months or less are treated as transient accommodations subject to state licensing (DBPR), county business tax, and a 6% Tourist Development Tax.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Brandon. 1) Confirm property zoning and allowable uses via the Hillsborough County Land Development Code or by calling zoning counselors at (813) 272-5600. 2) Obtain required state lodging licensure from the DBPR Division of Hotels & Restaurants and a Hillsborough County Local Business Tax Receipt via the BT Express portal. 3) Register with the Tax Collector for the 6% Tourist Development Tax and remit monthly.

1) Confirm property zoning and allowable uses via the Hillsborough County Land Development Code or by calling zoning counselors at (813) 272-5600. 2) Obtain required state lodging licensure from the DBPR Division of Hotels & Restaurants and a Hillsborough County Local Business Tax Receipt via the BT Express portal. 3) Register with the Tax Collector for the 6% Tourist Development Tax and remit monthly.