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Holmes Beach short-term rental rules (2026)

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Restricted
These rules apply inside Holmes Beach city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
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Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 30 nights

Allowed, with material limits.

Holmes Beach is one of the most regulated STR jurisdictions on Anna Maria Island.

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
Tax on stays
13%
total, on our records
Fines
Up to $250

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REGULATEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

Stays of 30 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules, but come under their own lease rules.

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.

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The full Holmes Beach rules

17 rules on record for Holmes Beach, 9 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: City of Holmes Beach Code Compliance (holmesbeachfl.org, official), checked 6 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Holmes Beach?

Yes, with material limits. Holmes Beach is one of the most regulated STR jurisdictions on Anna Maria Island.

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

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Holmes Beach?

13% in total on stays, on our records.

What are the penalties in Holmes Beach?

Fines of up to $250 are on record.

Can I rent for longer stays in Holmes Beach?

Stays of 30 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules, but come under their own lease rules. Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

When were the Holmes Beach rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Holmes Beach on 6 Nov 2026.

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