Polk County (unincorporated)

Florida · United States
Restricted
Last updated: 2026-10-26  ·  Last verified: 2026-10-26  ·  Region: US
RESTRICTEDStays under 30 days

Allowed, with material limits. In the Davenport and Four Corners resort area of unincorporated Polk County, short-term rentals are legal only in approved resort subdivisions, Planned Developments or phases; buying a home outside them does not give…

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Tax on stays
12%
total, on our records
Licence
Required
Night cap
None
Fines
Up to $250
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Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Polk County (unincorporated)?

Yes, with material limits. In the Davenport and Four Corners resort area of unincorporated Polk County, short-term rentals are legal only in approved resort subdivisions, Planned Developments or phases; buying a home outside them does not give…

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Polk County (unincorporated)?

Yes, a licence or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Polk County (unincorporated)?

12% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Polk County (unincorporated)?

No night cap is on record.

What are the penalties in Polk County (unincorporated)?

Fines of up to $250 are on record.

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