Cross-referenced against 3 official sources — municipal codes, planning-department pages, and government registries.
Short-term rentals in the City of Cocoa Beach are regulated under Chapter 27 of the municipal code, requiring annual registration and a life-safety inspection. Hosts must maintain state and county-level business licenses in addition to the city permit and collect a local 7% Tourist Development Tax.
To host an Airbnb in Cocoa Beach, you must first register your property with the city and pay a $150 fee. You need to have licenses from the State of Florida and Brevard County before the city will approve your permit. Once registered, you are required to pass a safety inspection that checks for smoke detectors and fire extinguishers. You must also collect and pay a 7% local tax on all stays under 30 days, separate from what platforms like Airbnb might collect for the state.
Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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