Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Palm Beach, FL

No — Airbnb-style short-term rentals are not allowed in Palm Beach, FL. The Town of Palm Beach explicitly prohibits all short-term rentals: the Town FAQ states “All short-term rentals, including, but not limited to Airbnb are strictly prohibited.” There are no zoning- or permit-based allowances listed for STRs in the Town code; inquiries are directed to the Planning, Zoning & Building Department (PZB). The ban applies to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.), not just Airbnb. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

The Town of Palm Beach explicitly prohibits all short-term rentals: the Town FAQ states “All short-term rentals, including, but not limited to Airbnb are strictly prohibited.” There are no zoning- or permit-based allowances listed for STRs in the Town code; inquiries are directed to the Planning, Zoning & Building Department (PZB).

No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Palm Beach.

No. Because Palm Beach, FL prohibits this type of short-term rental, the ban covers Vrbo just as it covers Airbnb and Booking.com — switching platforms does not change the legal status. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Palm 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.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Palm Beach. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.