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The City of Panama City Beach requires all short-term rentals to obtain an annual Vacation Rental Certificate and pay a local 1% privilege tax. This is separate from and in addition to Bay County and Florida State licensing and tax requirements.
Score: 8 (restrictive)
To host an Airbnb in Panama City Beach, you must register your property with the City and get a 'Short-Term Vacation Rental Certificate.' This costs $50 a year and requires you to have your state and county licenses ready first. You must designate a 'Responsible Party' who can respond to the house within an hour if there is an issue. Additionally, you are responsible for paying a 1% city tax on your earnings, on top of the county and state taxes, and you must display your certificate number in your online listing.
Permit Required
Yes
Night Limit
None
Primary Residence
Not Required
Total Tax Rate
0.1%
Permit Fee
$50
Processing Time
1-2 weeks
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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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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