This fully renovated condo is located at 151 Candelero Harbour Dr in the highly desirable Harbour Lakes community of Palmas Del Mar. Offering a spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom layout, this property sits just 8 minutes away from the beach.

Designed to maximize the beautiful Puerto Rico weather, the condo features a second-floor terrace overlooking Vieques and the ocean. Guests have full access to a community pool, and there is a playground conveniently located just across the street. The unit comes unfurnished but includes all electrodomestics (appliances). With dedicated parking for two vehicles plus a golf cart, this property is perfectly set up to be a highly attractive destination for short-term guests looking to explore the island.

Property Features

• 3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms: A fully renovated, comfortable layout perfect for groups or families.
• Outdoor Living: Features a beautiful second-floor terrace with stunning views of the beach and Vieques.
• Community Amenities: Includes access to a guest pool and is located directly across from a playground.
• Included Appliances: The unit is unfurnished but comes fully equipped with all necessary electrodomestics.
• Parking Logistics: Offers two dedicated parking spaces plus an additional spot for a golf cart.
• Prime Location: Situated in Harbour Lakes in Palmas Del Mar, just an 8-minute drive to the beach.

Unlike highly regulated areas like San Juan or Dorado, Humacao currently operates in a "low-regulation environment" for short-term rentals. The municipality has not enacted any specific STR caps or heavy local licensing ordinances. Instead, all compliance falls under Puerto Rico's island-wide statutes managed by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC) and the Office of Management and Permits (OGPe).

Key Requirements

• PRTC Registration: You are legally required to register as an "innkeeper" (hostelero) with the Puerto Rico Tourism Company to obtain an innkeeper ID number.
• Permiso Único (Single Permit): You must apply for a Single Business Permit through the OGPe. This consolidates your Use Permit, Fire Prevention Certificate, Sanitary License, and Environmental Compliance certification.
• Merchant Registration: You must register with the Puerto Rico Treasury Department (Departamento de Hacienda) to get a Merchant Registration Certificate for tax compliance.
• Arbitrage Lease/Deed Rules: To get your permits, you must submit your property deed or lease agreement. For arbitrage, your lease must explicitly allow short-term sub-leasing.
• HOA Dominance: In Puerto Rico, Condominium and HOA bylaws carry immense legal weight and can outright ban STRs. You must verify the master deed allows transient lodging before signing a lease.

Operational and Safety Standards

• Fire & Safety: To pass the Permiso Único requirements, the property must meet fire safety standards, which include having certified fire extinguishers and proper emergency signage.
• Insurance: Standard renters/homeowners policies in Puerto Rico exclude STR activities; you must secure specific host liability insurance to cover guest injuries.

Tax Obligations

• Occupancy Tax: Puerto Rico enforces a strict 7% room occupancy tax on all rentals under 90 consecutive days.
• Monthly Filing Requirement: Even if platforms like Airbnb collect and remit the 7% tax on your behalf, you are still legally responsible for submitting a Monthly Tax Declaration to the PRTC by the 10th day of the following month.

Enforcement

• While Humacao does not have a dedicated municipal STR enforcement squad, the Puerto Rico Treasury and PRTC actively enforce the island-wide tax and registration laws. Operating without PRTC registration or failing to remit taxes can result in severe financial penalties.