Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Championsgate, FL

Short-term rentals in Polk County (including ChampionsGate) are permitted but restricted by licensing and tax requirements. Operators must obtain a Class B local business tax receipt for each location, provide proof of a Florida DBPR public lodging license, and comply with county tourist development tax requirements; infrequent rentals (3 or fewer times per year) use a different tax receipt class.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Championsgate. 1) Obtain a Florida DBPR vacation rental/public lodging license via the DBPR online portal, paying fees and submitting required documentation (e.g., addresses, balcony inspections). 2) Apply to the Polk County Tax Collector for a Class B local business tax receipt for each location, providing proof of the DBPR license. 3) Register for and collect the Polk County tourist development tax.

1) Obtain a Florida DBPR vacation rental/public lodging license via the DBPR online portal, paying fees and submitting required documentation (e.g., addresses, balcony inspections). 2) Apply to the Polk County Tax Collector for a Class B local business tax receipt for each location, providing proof of the DBPR license. 3) Register for and collect the Polk County tourist development tax.