https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/florida/davenport/ Recent short-term rental regulatory updates for Davenport, FL. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:16:30 GMT https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/florida/davenport/ The rapid expansion of resort subdivisions in Davenport has raised infrastructure concerns — particularly traffic and utility capacity — that could eventually prompt Polk County to consider more stringent growth management measures affecting new vacation rental development. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT florida-davenport-2024-11-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/florida/davenport/ All Florida vacation rentals must maintain a current DBPR license, which requires passing a state-mandated safety inspection. The inspection verifies fire safety equipment, pool barriers (if applicable), and maximum occupancy compliance. License renewal is required every two years. Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT florida-davenport-2023-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/florida/davenport/ Polk County requires all vacation rental operators to obtain a county business tax receipt and register with the Florida DBPR. The county's tourist development tax office actively cross-references short-term rental listing platforms to identify unregistered properties. Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT florida-davenport-2023-01-01