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Short Term and Vacation Rentals
Short term and vacation rentals (STRs) have become extremely popular throughout the State of Florida. The ease in which a homeowner can rent their property utilizing websites such as VRBO.com and Homeaway.com has helped spur this growth and popularity. However, prior to deciding to rent your property for less than 6 months, there are several factors that must be considered as well as associated fees and permits.
In 2021, the City Commission adopted Chapter 22, Article X of the Fort Pierce Code of Ordinances which establishes standards, regulations, and enforcement for short term and vacation rentals within the City of Fort Pierce. Please take a moment to fully review the requirements and standards established by the City Commission. Fort Pierce Code of Ordinances
The City Commission modified the registration and renewal fees effective July 1, 2023, via Resolution 23-R39. The initial registration fee is now $350.00 per unit. The renewal registration fee is $200.00 annually per unit; only rentals with a valid registration for the preceding twelve months shall be eligible for the renewal rate.
Effective July 1, 2024, vacation rentals less than 30 days will no longer require a Business Tax Receipt. All short-term and vacation rentals less than six months are required to be registered.
Please be aware that the City will be increasing its enforcement efforts to identify STRs that have not registered with the City.
Registration Link for Short Term and Vacation Rentals
To register your Short-Term or Vacation Rental or to renew an existing registration, please visit our new on-line portal at: https://fortpiercefl-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home
STR/VR Enforcement
The City of Fort Pierce has contracted with Host Compliance/Granicus to help us identify the short term and vacation rental units within the City limits. While this program has a very high-efficiency rating for identifying units that are required to register with the City, some unit owners may continue to provide short term or vacation rental services without registering.
If you wish to report a unit owner for failing to register or if you have any type of complaint regarding a short term/vacation rental unit, Host Compliance/Granicus has provided both a 24-hour hotline as well as a web-based complaint portal.
24-Hour Hotline
Call 772-227-1580 any time of the day or night to report a possible violation of the STR/VR program.
Online Complaint Form
Use the following link to report a possible violation of the STR/VR program. Through this link you can upload a website address for an unregistered unit or upload photos and other attachments.