Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Ormond Beach, FL

Airbnb listings are allowed in Ormond Beach, FL, but with restrictions. Transient lodging (rentals less than six months) is prohibited in residential zoning districts and allowed only in commercial districts B-4, B-6, and B-7. Establishments in these zones must obtain Site Plan Review Committee approval, secure a local business tax receipt, and comply with Florida state transient lodging regulations. 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.

Transient lodging (rentals less than six months) is prohibited in residential zoning districts and allowed only in commercial districts B-4, B-6, and B-7. Establishments in these zones must obtain Site Plan Review Committee approval, secure a local business tax receipt, and comply with Florida state transient lodging regulations.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Ormond Beach. 1) Verify the property is in a permitted commercial district (B-4, B-6, or B-7). 2) Submit a site plan for approval by the City’s Site Plan Review Committee. 3) Obtain a local business tax receipt and ensure compliance with Florida state transient lodging licensing requirements.

1) Verify the property is in a permitted commercial district (B-4, B-6, or B-7). 2) Submit a site plan for approval by the City’s Site Plan Review Committee. 3) Obtain a local business tax receipt and ensure compliance with Florida state transient lodging licensing requirements.

Vrbo is permitted in Ormond Beach, 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 Ormond Beach 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 Ormond Beach is "Ormond Beach STR Registration Program" (2022-11-01, status: passed). City requires annual STR registration ($75/year); operators must post registration number in all listings and comply with noise and occupancy standards. See the regulatory updates section on this page for the full history.

Yes. Florida's SB 280 preemption prevents Ormond Beach from banning STRs. The city requires annual registration ($75) and compliance with noise and occupancy rules. Entire-home unhosted rentals are permitted.

Florida state sales tax (6%), Volusia County Tourist Development Tax (6%), and any applicable county discretionary surtax. Register with the Florida Department of Revenue for a Florida Business Partner Number.

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