STR Regulations Hub — US Markets
A reference summary of short-term rental regulations across major US markets. Strpricely is designed to support operators in tracking the requirements below — always verify current rules with local authorities or qualified legal counsel.
Six major STR regulatory markets
Miami-Dade Vacation Rental Ordinance
County-level vacation rental permit required. Annual renewal with fee. Miami Beach has additional restrictions on unit density. Enforcement tightened in 2023.
Florida Tourist Development Tax (TDT)
6% state TDT plus county surcharges (Miami-Dade: up to 13% combined). Quarterly filing deadlines. Florida DBPR registration required statewide.
NYC Local Law 18 (2023)
Requires host-present rentals, city registration number, and in-person guest check-in. Went into effect September 2023. Enforcement has significantly reduced STR supply in NYC.
San Francisco STR Ordinance
Host must be primary resident. 90-day annual cap for non-hosted rentals. Registration with SF Office of Short-Term Rentals required. Annual renewal.
Boston STR Ordinance
Owner-occupied or owner-adjacent requirement for most STR types. Registration with City of Boston and annual renewal required. Investment units have restricted STR eligibility.
Honolulu Bill 41 (Act 1)
Prohibits most STR activity in residential neighborhoods outside resort zones. Existing legal non-conforming permits are phasing out. Enforcement began 2022.
Miami-Dade Vacation Rental Ordinance
Miami-Dade County's vacation rental ordinance is designed to support enforcement of health, safety, and zoning requirements for short-term rentals. Key elements as of 2024:
- A County-issued vacation rental permit is required for units rented for periods fewer than 30 consecutive days
- Permits require annual renewal with fee payment and property inspection
- Listings must display the County permit number on all advertising, including OTA listings
- Miami Beach maintains additional neighborhood-level density and noise regulations
- Operating without a valid permit can result in fines and listing removal
Strpricely is designed to track permit renewal deadlines and alert operators in advance. This summary is for general reference only — verify current requirements with Miami-Dade County or a licensed attorney.
Florida Tourist Development Tax (TDT)
Florida's Tourist Development Tax applies to all short-term rental income in the state. Key elements:
- State TDT rate: 6% of gross short-term rental revenue
- Miami-Dade County adds up to 7% in local surcharges — combined rate can reach 13%+
- OTAs (Airbnb, VRBO) collect and remit TDT on behalf of hosts for most FL bookings as of 2020
- Hosts with direct bookings outside OTAs remain responsible for TDT collection and remittance
- Quarterly filing deadlines: April 30, July 31, October 31, January 31
- Florida DBPR vacation rental registration required statewide — separate from County permit
Strpricely is designed to track FL TDT filing windows. Consult a CPA or tax advisor for filing obligations specific to your portfolio.
NYC Local Law 18 (2023)
NYC Local Law 18 went into full enforcement effect in September 2023. Key requirements:
- The host must be present during the guest's stay for short-term rentals (fewer than 30 days)
- Maximum 2 paying guests per listing at any time
- A city-issued STR registration number is required and must be displayed on all listings
- Non-compliant listings are not permitted on OTAs operating in NYC — platforms face fines for hosting unlicensed listings
- The law has dramatically reduced short-term rental supply in NYC since taking effect
Strpricely's NYC compliance module is designed to support tracking of NYC LL18 registration requirements. Verify current enforcement details with the NYC Mayor's Office of Special Enforcement.
Stay ahead of the deadlines in your market
Strpricely's compliance monitoring is designed to track the permit renewal and tax filing deadlines covered in this hub — with alerts before each deadline.