Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Key Biscayne, FL

Vacation rentals are permitted but restricted to a minimum rental period of 15 continuous days (unless condominium documents state otherwise). Owners must obtain a Local Business Tax Receipt, all leases must be in writing incorporating Village Code Section 7-31, and rentals must comply with zoning, noise, and safety regulations.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Key Biscayne. 1) Email a completed Local Business Tax application and required documents (corporate docs, FEIN, lease/deed, and DBPR license) to BTR@keybiscayne.fl.gov. 2) Schedule and pass a Key Biscayne Fire Department inspection. 3) Pay the total initial fee of $310.76 (includes Certificate of Use, Fire Inspection, and annual Business Tax Receipt).

1) Email a completed Local Business Tax application and required documents (corporate docs, FEIN, lease/deed, and DBPR license) to BTR@keybiscayne.fl.gov. 2) Schedule and pass a Key Biscayne Fire Department inspection. 3) Pay the total initial fee of $310.76 (includes Certificate of Use, Fire Inspection, and annual Business Tax Receipt).