Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Indian Rock Beach, FL

Short-term rentals (under 30 days) are regulated as commercial uses and restricted to 'S', 'RM2', 'RM1', and 'CT' zoning districts. Operators must maintain state lodging licensure, a Department of Revenue certificate, and a 24/7 designated responsible party. Properties must pass city and fire safety inspections and comply with specific site, floor, and parking plan requirements; owner-occupied homesteads may be exempt if verified.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Indian Rock Beach. 1) Submit the City of Indian Rocks Beach Vacation Rental Registration (VRR) application online with required documents (ownership proof, DBPR license, DOR certificate, site/floor/parking plans). 2) Pay fees ($300 for new/renewal, $150 for inspection) and pass safety inspections by City Code Enforcement and Pinellas Suncoast Fire Rescue. 3) Designate a 24/7 emergency contact and renew the registration annually by the date of inception.

1) Submit the City of Indian Rocks Beach Vacation Rental Registration (VRR) application online with required documents (ownership proof, DBPR license, DOR certificate, site/floor/parking plans). 2) Pay fees ($300 for new/renewal, $150 for inspection) and pass safety inspections by City Code Enforcement and Pinellas Suncoast Fire Rescue. 3) Designate a 24/7 emergency contact and renew the registration annually by the date of inception.