Cross-referenced against 3 official sources — municipal codes, planning-department pages, and government registries.
Short-term rentals are strictly prohibited in the City of Miami Beach except in specific zoning districts (primarily RM-2, RM-3, and Commercial districts). Violations of these zoning laws carry extreme fines starting at $20,000.
To host an Airbnb in Miami Beach, you must first confirm your property is in a designated commercial or multi-family zone that allows transient stays; hosting in a single-family home or 'RM-1' district is strictly illegal. If your zone allows it, you must obtain state, county, and city licenses, including a specific Miami Beach Resort Tax account. You are responsible for remitting a 4% City Resort Tax on all bookings directly to the city, as platforms like Airbnb do not remit this specific local tax for you.
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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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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