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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Santa Rosa County, FL

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Santa Rosa County treats short-term rentals as 'transient' rentals (less than 6 months) subject to a 5% Tourist Development Tax (TDT). Owners must register with the Clerk of Court and file monthly returns; while the county does not specify zoning caps or occupancy limits, individual municipalities (e.g., Gulf Breeze) may impose additional local registration and inspection requirements.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Register and activate a Tourist Development Tax (TDT) account via the County’s online portal (santarosacountyfl.munirevs.com). 2) File monthly TDT returns and remit the 5% tax by the 20th of each month. 3) Maintain all rental records for at least 3 years for potential audit.

Official Resources

Official Santa Rosa County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Santa Rosa County, FL?
Santa Rosa County treats short-term rentals as 'transient' rentals (less than 6 months) subject to a 5% Tourist Development Tax (TDT). Owners must register with the Clerk of Court and file monthly returns; while the county does not specify zoning caps or occupancy limits, individual municipalities (e.g., Gulf Breeze) may impose additional local registration and inspection requirements.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Santa Rosa County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Santa Rosa County. 1) Register and activate a Tourist Development Tax (TDT) account via the County’s online portal (santarosacountyfl.munirevs.com). 2) File monthly TDT returns and remit the 5% tax by the 20th of each month. 3) Maintain all rental records for at least 3 years for potential audit.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Santa Rosa County?
1) Register and activate a Tourist Development Tax (TDT) account via the County’s online portal (santarosacountyfl.munirevs.com). 2) File monthly TDT returns and remit the 5% tax by the 20th of each month. 3) Maintain all rental records for at least 3 years for potential audit.

Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction