Clearwater

Short-term rentals (stays of less than 31 days) are strictly prohibited in the City of Clearwater's residential zoning districts. The city actively enforces this ban with daily fines of $250 or more for illegal transient use. Rentals are only permitted in specific tourist-heavy districts where 'Transient Accommodations' are an explicitly allowed use.

To host an Airbnb in the City of Clearwater, you must ensure your property is in a zone that allows short-term rentals, which excludes almost all residential neighborhoods. If you are in a residential area, you are legally restricted to rentals of 31 days or longer. Violating this rule can result in daily fines of $250 or more, and the city actively monitors rental platforms for compliance. Always check the official zoning map or call the Planning Department before listing your home for short stays.