Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Freeport, FL

Airbnb listings are allowed in Freeport, FL, but with restrictions. STRs are allowed in zoning districts where single-family residential uses are permitted. Owners must designate a local responsible party capable of responding within one hour and must include their Short-Term Vacation Rental Certificate and TDT numbers in all advertising. 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.

STRs are allowed in zoning districts where single-family residential uses are permitted. Owners must designate a local responsible party capable of responding within one hour and must include their Short-Term Vacation Rental Certificate and TDT numbers in all advertising.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Freeport. 1. Obtain required prerequisites including a Florida DBPR license and a Walton County TDT registration. 2. Submit an online application via the county portal (https://apply.mywcfl.rentals) including a signed Affidavit of Compliance and interior/exterior sketches. 3. Renew the registration annually by June 1 to align with the DBPR cycle.

1. Obtain required prerequisites including a Florida DBPR license and a Walton County TDT registration. 2. Submit an online application via the county portal (https://apply.mywcfl.rentals) including a signed Affidavit of Compliance and interior/exterior sketches. 3. Renew the registration annually by June 1 to align with the DBPR cycle.

Vrbo is permitted in Freeport, 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 Freeport 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 Freeport. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.