Arriving for signature on Governor Ron DeSantis’s (R-FL) desk is SB 280, an updated and amended set of rules for short term rentals in the state. Per 10 Tampa Bay, similar to other states’ recent legislative efforts, the main feature of the bill continues to limit the ability of local governments to regulate STRs, and create a unified, statewide framework for short term rentals.
Florida has had a statewide STR regulation framework since 2011. “If SB 280 passes, portions of some local ordinances may be superseded. A recent change to the law before its final passage grandfathers in vacation home ordinances that were passed before June 1, 2011,” writes 10 Tampa Bay.
Local governments may still enforce regulations of STRs, collect registration fees, conduct inspections, and implement penalties for violations – but not much else, and only as provided in SB 280.
Below, please find Property Guard's weekly short term rental regulation round-up, highlighting state and local news regarding short term rental regulations to regulate (or prohibit) Airbnbs and other STRs. If you want a comprehensive data solution on STR regulations in all 20,000 state and local jurisdictions, contact us here.
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