Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Tequesta, FL

Short-term rentals are restricted to residential zones R1-A, R-1, R-2, and R-3. Occupancy is limited to two persons per sleeping room (max 8 total for 4+ rooms), and gatherings are capped at 1.5 times overnight occupancy (max 12 people). Operators must meet life-safety standards, post local contact info, and maintain state DBPR and DOR registrations.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Tequesta. 1) Submit a completed Vacation Rental Permit Application to the Building Department with required documents (DBPR license, DOR registration, floor plan, and fees). 2) Pass an initial life-safety inspection by Village code/building personnel. 3) Renew the permit annually by September 30th by submitting a renewal affidavit and passing a re-inspection.

1) Submit a completed Vacation Rental Permit Application to the Building Department with required documents (DBPR license, DOR registration, floor plan, and fees). 2) Pass an initial life-safety inspection by Village code/building personnel. 3) Renew the permit annually by September 30th by submitting a renewal affidavit and passing a re-inspection.