Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Pasco County, FL

Vacation rentals are restricted to areas specifically authorized by the County via Conditional Use or MPUD Zoning Amendment; individual units in platted subdivisions/condominiums are not approved individually. Requirements include a minimum 6-day rental period, maximum occupancy of two persons per bedroom, and mandatory 24-hour contact availability.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Pasco County. 1. Obtain zoning authorization through a Conditional Use process or MPUD Zoning Amendment (requires 51% owner petition in subdivisions). 2. Register annually by September 30th with the County Administrator, pay the fee, and obtain a local business tax certificate. 3. Record a 'Notice of Vacation Rentals' in public records and display the Chapter 509 license and tax certificate on-site.

1. Obtain zoning authorization through a Conditional Use process or MPUD Zoning Amendment (requires 51% owner petition in subdivisions). 2. Register annually by September 30th with the County Administrator, pay the fee, and obtain a local business tax certificate. 3. Record a 'Notice of Vacation Rentals' in public records and display the Chapter 509 license and tax certificate on-site.