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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Southwest Ranches, FL

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Vacation rentals are allowed only if registered annually and issued a Town 'Certificate of Compliance'; properties must meet life-safety standards (Florida Building Code, smoke/CO alarms, pool safety), comply with local noise, parking, and nuisance rules, maintain a 24/7 designated responsible party able to respond within one hour, post interior emergency/occupancy information, and undergo an initial inspection and annual re-inspection. Owners must hold required state and county licenses for transient lodging and tax collection.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit a Vacation Rental Registration Application and Affidavit of Compliance to the Town Code Compliance Department with required documents (proof of ownership, FDR registration, DBPR transient lodging license, Broward TDT number, insurance, sketches, HOA approval) and pay the registration fee ($500 for full year); 2) Schedule and pass an initial safety/building inspection; 3) Receive and post the Certificate of Compliance at the property; renew annually no later than 60 days before expiration.

Official Resources

Official Southwest Ranches STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Southwest Ranches, FL?
Vacation rentals are allowed only if registered annually and issued a Town 'Certificate of Compliance'; properties must meet life-safety standards (Florida Building Code, smoke/CO alarms, pool safety), comply with local noise, parking, and nuisance rules, maintain a 24/7 designated responsible party able to respond within one hour, post interior emergency/occupancy information, and undergo an initial inspection and annual re-inspection. Owners must hold required state and county licenses for transient lodging and tax collection.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Southwest Ranches?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Southwest Ranches. 1) Submit a Vacation Rental Registration Application and Affidavit of Compliance to the Town Code Compliance Department with required documents (proof of ownership, FDR registration, DBPR transient lodging license, Broward TDT number, insurance, sketches, HOA approval) and pay the registration fee ($500 for full year); 2) Schedule and pass an initial safety/building inspection; 3) Receive and post the Certificate of Compliance at the property; renew annually no later than 60 days before expiration.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Southwest Ranches?
1) Submit a Vacation Rental Registration Application and Affidavit of Compliance to the Town Code Compliance Department with required documents (proof of ownership, FDR registration, DBPR transient lodging license, Broward TDT number, insurance, sketches, HOA approval) and pay the registration fee ($500 for full year); 2) Schedule and pass an initial safety/building inspection; 3) Receive and post the Certificate of Compliance at the property; renew annually no later than 60 days before expiration.
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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