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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Doral, FL

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term/vacation rentals are permitted as "seasonal resident" rentals only for periods of at least 7 days and up to 6 months; rentals under 7 days are prohibited. Registrations are required per rental period with a maximum of 3 registrations per property within any 12-month period. Required conditions include a 24/7 responsible-party emergency contact, proof of ownership, written notification to any applicable HOA, on‑driveway parking, adherence to noise/garbage rules, one fire extinguisher per 1,000 sq ft, and a Miami‑Dade Fire Department‑inspected fire sprinkler system; occupancy limited to no more than 2 people per available bed with a maximum of 8 overnight guests.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit a formal registration application to the City Manager or designee using the City registration application form and provide required items (property address, owner information, proof of ownership, responsible-party 24/7 contact, HOA notification). 2) Pay the registration fee (fees “shall be set forth in a resolution adopted by the City Council” per ordinance) and receive issuance or refusal from City Manager/designee; incomplete applications will not be accepted. 3) Registration is issued for the requested rental period (expires at end of that period); no more than three registrations will be issued per property in any 12‑month period.

Official Resources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Doral, FL?
Short-term/vacation rentals are permitted as "seasonal resident" rentals only for periods of at least 7 days and up to 6 months; rentals under 7 days are prohibited. Registrations are required per rental period with a maximum of 3 registrations per property within any 12-month period. Required conditions include a 24/7 responsible-party emergency contact, proof of ownership, written notification to any applicable HOA, on‑driveway parking, adherence to noise/garbage rules, one fire extinguisher per 1,000 sq ft, and a Miami‑Dade Fire Department‑inspected fire sprinkler system; occupancy limited to no more than 2 people per available bed with a maximum of 8 overnight guests.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Doral?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Doral. 1) Submit a formal registration application to the City Manager or designee using the City registration application form and provide required items (property address, owner information, proof of ownership, responsible-party 24/7 contact, HOA notification). 2) Pay the registration fee (fees “shall be set forth in a resolution adopted by the City Council” per ordinance) and receive issuance or refusal from City Manager/designee; incomplete applications will not be accepted. 3) Registration is issued for the requested rental period (expires at end of that period); no more than three registrations will be issued per property in any 12‑month period.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Doral?
1) Submit a formal registration application to the City Manager or designee using the City registration application form and provide required items (property address, owner information, proof of ownership, responsible-party 24/7 contact, HOA notification). 2) Pay the registration fee (fees “shall be set forth in a resolution adopted by the City Council” per ordinance) and receive issuance or refusal from City Manager/designee; incomplete applications will not be accepted. 3) Registration is issued for the requested rental period (expires at end of that period); no more than three registrations will be issued per property in any 12‑month period.
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction