Gainesville

Florida · United States
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These rules apply inside Gainesville city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
Last updated: 2026-10-28  ·  Last verified: 2026-10-28  ·  Region: US
ACTIVEStays under 30 days

Allowed. The only duty is a notice or registration that nobody has to approve. Short-term rentals are allowed in Gainesville with no city permit or registration; the city's rental permit program never covered stays under 30 days and is being repealed.

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Tax on stays
12.5%
total, on our records
Licence
Not required
Night cap
None
Fines
Up to $250
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Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Gainesville?

Yes. Short-term rentals are allowed in Gainesville with no city permit or registration; the city's rental permit program never covered stays under 30 days and is being repealed.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Gainesville?

No short-term rental licence is required on our records.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Gainesville?

12.5% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Gainesville?

No night cap is on record.

What are the penalties in Gainesville?

Fines of up to $250 are on record.

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