Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Inverness, FL

Vacation rentals in Inverness are governed by Citrus County and Florida DBPR frameworks. Operators must comply with state safety requirements, obtain a local business tax receipt (BTR), verify zoning/land-use with City or County Growth Management, and complete required fire and building inspections for new businesses.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Inverness. 1) Confirm property zoning/land-use with City of Inverness Community Development or Citrus County Growth Management. 2) Obtain required state vacation-rental registration/license with the Florida DBPR. 3) Apply for a local Business Tax Receipt: if inside Inverness, submit the City application and schedule a fire inspection; if outside city limits, obtain the Citrus County local business tax via the Tax Collector. Renew annually.

1) Confirm property zoning/land-use with City of Inverness Community Development or Citrus County Growth Management. 2) Obtain required state vacation-rental registration/license with the Florida DBPR. 3) Apply for a local Business Tax Receipt: if inside Inverness, submit the City application and schedule a fire inspection; if outside city limits, obtain the Citrus County local business tax via the Tax Collector. Renew annually.