West Park

No city STR rules

We found no city short-term rental rules as of Oct 6, 2026.[1] The code is codified through Ordinance No. 2025-02, adopted Oct 1, 2025, and has no use called vacation rental or short-term rental.[1]

Zoning check

One-family dwellings are permitted in all residential districts, hotels and motels only in R-5, and any use not expressly permitted is prohibited.[2] The code's definition of dwelling covers occupancy that is temporary or transient.[8] We couldn't confirm which category the city applies to a rented house, so ask in writing.

State license

Florida requires a DBPR vacation rental license if you rent an entire unit more than three times a year for stays under 30 days, or advertise it as regularly rented.[3] The city code defines a public lodging establishment the same way and ties it to state licensing under Chapter 509.[8] Operating without a license is a second-degree misdemeanor.[9]

Business tax receipt

The city says you need a business tax receipt to operate a business based in West Park.[10] Fees vary by classification, and we couldn't confirm which one applies to a rental.[10]

Florida preemption

Florida law says a local rule may not prohibit vacation rentals or regulate their duration or frequency, and that this does not apply to rules adopted on or before June 1, 2011.[11] We don't judge how that applies in West Park.

Space and sanitary minimums

No one may occupy or allow occupancy of a dwelling unit that lacks 150 square feet of floor area for the first occupant and 120 square feet for each additional occupant.[2] It also needs at least one toilet, one sink and one tub or shower for each six people.[2]

Pools and spas

A residential pool or spa must be enclosed by a screen enclosure, or a fence or wall at least five feet high, with self-closing, self-latching gates and doors.[2]

Smoke detectors

Install smoke detectors in every living unit.[3] The state also wants hearing-impaired detectors at a rate of one per 50 rental units or fraction, up to 5 per license.[3]

Fire and life safety

All units must comply with NFPA 101, the Life Safety Code.[3]

License display

Display your current state license, or a copy, in a conspicuous place on the premises.[3]

State sales tax

Florida charges 6% sales tax on rentals of living or sleeping accommodations for periods of six months or less.[4] Anyone who rents transient accommodations must register with the Department of Revenue.[4]

County surtax

Broward County's discretionary sales surtax is 1%, running from Jan 1, 2019 to Dec 31, 2048.[5]

Tourist development tax

Broward County charges a 6% tourist development tax on rental charges, including single-family homes rented for six months or less.[6, 7] Payments are due on the first of the month after collection and are delinquent if not postmarked by the 20th.[7]

Business tax renewals

City business tax receipts expire Sep 30, with renewal notices mailed Aug 1.[10] Late payment can bring penalties of up to 25%, and new businesses starting on or after April 1 get a 50% discount.[10]

City fines

The special magistrate can fine up to $250 a day for a violation that continues past the compliance date, and up to $500 a day for a repeat violation.[12] For a violation found irreparable, the fine can be up to $5,000 per violation.[12]

State fines

The state can fine a licensed operator up to $1,000 per offense, and can suspend, revoke or refuse a license.[13]

Unlicensed rentals

Operating without the state license is a second-degree misdemeanor.[9]

Tourist tax penalties

The county's minimum penalty for a late return is $50.[7] It adds 10% of the tax if not more than 30 days late, and another 10% for each additional 30 days, up to 50% of the tax due.[7]