Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Charlotte County, FL

Owners renting units more than three times a year for less than 30 days must obtain a Florida DBPR public lodging license. All operators must obtain a local Business Tax Receipt and collect a 5% Charlotte County Tourist Development Tax. In Punta Gorda, units must pass zoning, building, and fire code inspections.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Charlotte County. 1) Obtain a Florida DBPR public lodging license. 2) Register for Florida sales tax and apply for a Charlotte County Business Tax Receipt and Tourist Tax account ($35 annual fee). 3) If in Punta Gorda, apply for a City Business Tax Receipt and pass a mandatory zoning, building, and fire code inspection.

1) Obtain a Florida DBPR public lodging license. 2) Register for Florida sales tax and apply for a Charlotte County Business Tax Receipt and Tourist Tax account ($35 annual fee). 3) If in Punta Gorda, apply for a City Business Tax Receipt and pass a mandatory zoning, building, and fire code inspection.