Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Largo, FL

Airbnb listings are allowed in Largo, FL, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals are permitted in residential land use designations provided they meet life/safety standards and occupancy limits (1 person per 150 gross sq ft). Operators must designate a responsible party available 24/7 to respond within 2 hours and provide one off-street parking space per three guests. 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.

Short-term rentals are permitted in residential land use designations provided they meet life/safety standards and occupancy limits (1 person per 150 gross sq ft). Operators must designate a responsible party available 24/7 to respond within 2 hours and provide one off-street parking space per three guests.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Largo. 1. Schedule and pass a compliance inspection with the Community Standards Division (727-587-6799). 2. Schedule and pass an annual Fire Department High-Hazard Inspection ($100 fee). 3. Complete the internal informational posting form and display it within the unit along with designated responsible party contact info.

1. Schedule and pass a compliance inspection with the Community Standards Division (727-587-6799). 2. Schedule and pass an annual Fire Department High-Hazard Inspection ($100 fee). 3. Complete the internal informational posting form and display it within the unit along with designated responsible party contact info.

Vrbo is permitted in Largo, 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 Largo 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.

The most recent tracked change in Largo is "Largo STR Registration Program" (2023-04-01, status: passed). City requires annual STR registration with fire safety compliance and noise ordinance adherence. Registration number required in all platform listings. See the regulatory updates section on this page for the full history.

Yes. Florida's SB 280 preemption prevents Largo from banning STRs. Annual city registration is required with safety and noise compliance. Investor-owned entire-home rentals are fully permitted.

Florida state sales tax (6%) and Pinellas County Tourist Development Tax (6%). Register with the Florida Department of Revenue and Pinellas County Tax Collector. Platforms typically collect and remit these taxes automatically for platform-facilitated bookings.

No. Florida SB 280 expressly prohibits municipalities from imposing STR-specific owner-occupancy or primary-residence requirements. Non-primary-residence investment STRs are fully permitted in Largo with city registration.