Asheville vs Miami
North Carolina Restricted | Florida Restricted
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| Requirement | Asheville, North Carolina | Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Legality Status | Restricted | Restricted |
| Permit Fee | $200 homestay permit fee | $150 city certificate + state DBPR license fee |
| Tax Rate | ~16.75% combined (4.75% state sales + 6% county occupancy + 6% city occupancy) | 13% (6% state + 5% county tourist dev. + 2% city resort tax) |
| Annual Day Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Renewal Interval | Annual | Annual (city); Biennial (state) |
| Platform Remits Taxes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Fine Example | $500/day for violations | $20,000 lien per violation by code enforcement |
| Verdict | Both cities have comparable STR regulatory environments. | |
Asheville, North Carolina
Status Restricted
Permit Fee $200 homestay permit fee
Tax Rate ~16.75% combined (4.75% state sales + 6% county occupancy + 6% city occupancy)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual
Platform Tax Yes
Max Fine $500/day for violations
Miami, Florida
Status Restricted
Permit Fee $150 city certificate + state DBPR license fee
Tax Rate 13% (6% state + 5% county tourist dev. + 2% city resort tax)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual (city); Biennial (state)
Platform Tax Yes
Max Fine $20,000 lien per violation by code enforcement
Both cities have comparable STR regulatory environments.
Asheville Overview
Whole-dwelling STRs banned in most zones since 2018; only allowed in resort zoning districts. Owner-occupied homestays (max 2 guest rooms, host must live on-site) are permitted in residential zones with a permit.
Full Asheville guide →Miami Overview
STRs restricted to commercially zoned or mixed-use areas. Single-family residential neighborhoods generally prohibit STRs. State preemption law limits some local regulations. Both city Certificate of Use and state DBPR license required.
Full Miami guide →Frequently Asked Questions
Is it easier to Airbnb in Asheville or Miami?
Asheville is classified as "Restricted" while Miami is "Restricted." Asheville's permit fee is $200 homestay permit fee compared to $150 city certificate + state DBPR license fee in Miami.
Which city has higher STR taxes — Asheville or Miami?
Asheville charges ~16.75% combined (4.75% state sales + 6% county occupancy + 6% city occupancy), while Miami charges 13% (6% state + 5% county tourist dev. + 2% city resort tax). Compare the full breakdown in the table above.
Which city has stricter fines for illegal short-term rentals?
Asheville: $500/day for violations. Miami: $20,000 lien per violation by code enforcement.