Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Hillsborough County, FL

STRs are allowed only where local zoning permits (see Hillsborough County Land Development Code). For tax purposes, 'transient accommodations' are rentals of six months or less subject to Tourist Development Tax. Some municipalities, like Temple Terrace, require an annual rental permit ($200/unit), annual site inspection, and limit occupancy to no more than three unrelated persons per unit.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Hillsborough County. 1) Verify property zoning with Hillsborough County Land Development Office. 2) Obtain required state vacation-rental license (Florida DBPR) and then obtain county business tax receipt / register for Hillsborough County Tourist Development Tax with the County Tax Collector. 3) If in a municipality with a rental-permit program (e.g., Temple Terrace), apply for the city’s annual rental permit ($200/unit) and schedule required inspection.

1) Verify property zoning with Hillsborough County Land Development Office. 2) Obtain required state vacation-rental license (Florida DBPR) and then obtain county business tax receipt / register for Hillsborough County Tourist Development Tax with the County Tax Collector. 3) If in a municipality with a rental-permit program (e.g., Temple Terrace), apply for the city’s annual rental permit ($200/unit) and schedule required inspection.