Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Zephyrhills, FL

Vacation rentals are restricted to units specifically authorized by the County through a Conditional Use process or MPUD Zoning Amendment. Key constraints include a minimum rental period of six days, a maximum occupancy of two persons per bedroom, and a requirement for a 24-hour local management contact.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Zephyrhills. 1. Obtain authorization through a Conditional Use process or MPUD Zoning Amendment, which requires a petition signed by 51% of owners in the subdivision and a public hearing. 2. Register the unit annually with the County Administrator by September 30, paying the required fee. 3. Obtain a business tax certificate from the Tax Collector and maintain a written occupant log.

1. Obtain authorization through a Conditional Use process or MPUD Zoning Amendment, which requires a petition signed by 51% of owners in the subdivision and a public hearing. 2. Register the unit annually with the County Administrator by September 30, paying the required fee. 3. Obtain a business tax certificate from the Tax Collector and maintain a written occupant log.