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Unincorporated Miami-Dade County requires all vacation rental hosts to obtain an annual Certificate of Use (CU) and a Local Business Tax Receipt. Regulations are strictly limited to single-family, duplex, and townhome properties, with multi-family buildings generally excluded from the county's STR framework.
Score: 10 (restrictive)
To host an Airbnb in unincorporated Miami-Dade County, you must first secure a state license from the Florida DBPR and a local business tax receipt. Once you have those, you apply for a Certificate of Use from the county, which costs about $37 annually. You are allowed up to 12 guests maximum, depending on the number of bedrooms you have. Remember that Airbnb collects the 6% local tourist taxes for you, but you are still responsible for registering your property with the Tax Collector.
Permit Required
Yes
Night Limit
None
Primary Residence
Not Required
Total Tax Rate
0.1%
Permit Fee
$37
Processing Time
10-15 business days
Disclaimer
Regulatory information is AI-researched 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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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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