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Clearwater short-term rental rules (2026)

Florida · United States
Restricted
These rules apply inside Clearwater city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
Rules last checked  ·  Region: US

Market overview

RESTRICTEDShort-term stays

Allowed, with material limits.

STRs under 31 days banned in residential zones; only permitted in Tourist/commercial zones.

Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

License
Required
Primary residence
Not required
Tax on stays
13%
total, on our records
Night cap
None

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REGULATEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

Longer stays fall outside the short-term rental rules, but come under their own lease rules.

The line here isn't a set number of nights; the full report explains where it falls.

Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

Not legal advice. The legal framework, notes and sources are in the full report.

Neighborhoods covered

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The full Clearwater rules

17 rules on record for Clearwater, 5 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: myclearwater.com (official), checked 5 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Clearwater?

Yes, with material limits. STRs under 31 days banned in residential zones; only permitted in Tourist/commercial zones.

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

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Clearwater?

13% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Clearwater?

No night cap is on record.

Can I rent for longer stays in Clearwater?

Longer stays fall outside the short-term rental rules, but come under their own lease rules. The line here isn't a set number of nights; the full report explains where it falls. Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

When were the Clearwater rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Clearwater on 5 Nov 2026.

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