Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Championsgate, FL

Airbnb listings are allowed in Championsgate, FL, but with restrictions. 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. A permit is required before you can host. 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 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.

Vrbo is permitted in Championsgate, FL under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Championsgate 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 Championsgate. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.