HostReadyCoral Gables prohibits short-term rentals (defined as stays under 6 months) in all residential areas, including the Single-Family Residential District. The city is able to enforce this prohibition despite Florida's 2011 state preemption law because Coral Gables' zoning ordinance predates the June 1, 2011 cutoff, having been created in 2006 with its last amendment in June 2010. STR-type uses (overnight accommodations, bed and breakfasts) are only permitted in Mixed-Use, Industrial, and Commercial zoning districts. The city actively enforces violations with immediate citations of $150/day for first offenses and $500/day for repeat violations. If you own property in Coral Gables' residential zones, operating an Airbnb or VRBO is not a legal option. Investors should only consider properties in the city's commercial or mixed-use districts for short-term rental operations, and even then must comply with state DBPR licensing and Miami-Dade County Certificate of Use requirements.
Licensing and Permits
Coral Gables requires hosts to obtain an STR license or permit before listing their property on platforms like Airbnb or VRBO.
Enforcement
Coral Gables has low enforcement of STR regulations. Operating without proper licensing or failing to comply with local regulations can result in citations, fines, and potential loss of your permit.
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