North Palm Beach, Florida

Short-term vacation rentals are legal in North Palm Beach but regulated. Since October 1, 2021, any owner operating a vacation rental, defined as a dwelling rented more than three times a year with each stay under 30 days, must register with the Village and pass an inspection confirming compliance with Village Code Section 45-40.

The registration fee is $600.00 annually, renewed by October 1 each year with a passing inspection. Rentals are permitted only in Residential Zone Districts. Occupancy is limited to two people per bedroom plus two additional guests, parking is capped at one vehicle per bedroom with no more than six cars, and street or swale parking is banned. Operators must designate a 24/7 emergency contact and provide proof of Palm Beach County tourist tax payments.

On taxes, hosts collect Palm Beach County’s 6.0% Tourist Development Tax plus 6.5% Florida sales tax, a combined 12.5%, on stays of six months or less.

Florida is a state preemption jurisdiction, so the village cannot outright ban STRs or set minimum stay lengths, but registration, inspection, occupancy, and parking rules remain enforceable. There is no owner-occupancy or primary-residence requirement and no annual night cap. Enforcement is rated moderate, with failure to register carrying civil penalties including court costs and attorney fees.