Step 1
Apply for Florida DBPR License
Register with the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) as a Transient Public Lodging Establishment.
2-4 weeks$170
Documents needed
- Business entity information
- Property address
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Pembroke Pines requires short-term rentals to obtain a city Vacation Rental License, a state public lodging license, and register for county tourist taxes.
To operate a short-term rental, you must apply for an annual license with the City and pass a life-safety inspection. You are also required to have a state vacation rental license from the DBPR and a tax account with Broward County to pay the 13% total occupancy tax. Every rental must have a local 'responsible party' available 24/7 to handle emergencies or complaints.
Step-by-step guide for Pembroke Pines
Register with the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) as a Transient Public Lodging Establishment.
Create a Tourist Development Tax (TDT) account with Broward County to collect and remit the 6% tax.
Register with the Florida Department of Revenue for a Certificate of Registration to collect sales tax.
Apply for the city-level license and schedule a life-safety inspection.
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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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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