Step 1
Obtain Florida DBPR License
Register for a Vacation Rental - Dwelling or Condominium license with the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
1-2 weeks$170
Documents needed
- Proof of ownership
- Business entity info
Cross-referenced against 3 official sources — municipal codes, planning-department pages, and government registries.
As of October 1, 2021, the City of Gainesville no longer requires any permits, licenses, or registrations for short-term rentals under 30 days.
The City of Gainesville has completely deregulated short-term rentals, meaning you do not need a city-specific permit or business tax receipt. However, you are still legally required to obtain a vacation rental license from the state of Florida and register for both state and county tourist taxes.
Step-by-step guide for Gainesville
Register for a Vacation Rental - Dwelling or Condominium license with the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
Register with the Florida Department of Revenue to collect and remit the 6% state sales tax and 1.5% county surtax.
Create an account on the Alachua County TouristExpress portal to remit the 5% monthly bed tax.
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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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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