Los Angeles vs Orlando
California Legal but Limited | Florida Restricted
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| Requirement | Los Angeles, California | Orlando, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Legality Status | Legal but Limited | Restricted |
| Permit Fee | $89 registration fee + $850 annual platform fee | $100 city permit + state DBPR license |
| Tax Rate | 14% Transient Occupancy Tax | 12.5% (6% state + 6% county tourist dev. + 0.5% city) |
| Annual Day Limit | 120 days/year | No limit |
| Renewal Interval | Annual | Annual (city); Biennial (state) |
| Platform Remits Taxes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Fine Example | $2,000–$5,000/violation (up to triple for repeat offenses) | $250–$500/day for code violations |
| Verdict | Los Angeles has more favorable STR regulations overall. | |
Los Angeles, California
Status Legal but Limited
Permit Fee $89 registration fee + $850 annual platform fee
Tax Rate 14% Transient Occupancy Tax
Day Limit 120 days/year
Renewal Annual
Platform Tax Yes
Max Fine $2,000–$5,000/violation (up to triple for repeat offenses)
Orlando, Florida
Status Restricted
Permit Fee $100 city permit + state DBPR license
Tax Rate 12.5% (6% state + 6% county tourist dev. + 0.5% city)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual (city); Biennial (state)
Platform Tax Yes
Max Fine $250–$500/day for code violations
Los Angeles has more favorable STR regulations overall.
Los Angeles Overview
Home-Sharing Ordinance limits STRs to primary residences with a 120-day annual cap (extendable with Enhanced Plan). Registration required. RSO (rent-stabilized) units generally prohibited.
Full Los Angeles guide →Orlando Overview
STRs are prohibited in most single-family residential zoning districts. Allowed in tourist-commercial zones and some mixed-use areas. Florida state law preempts local bans enacted after June 2011, creating a complex legal landscape.
Full Orlando guide →Frequently Asked Questions
Is it easier to Airbnb in Los Angeles or Orlando?
Los Angeles is classified as "Legal but Limited" while Orlando is "Restricted." Los Angeles's permit fee is $89 registration fee + $850 annual platform fee compared to $100 city permit + state DBPR license in Orlando.
Which city has higher STR taxes — Los Angeles or Orlando?
Los Angeles charges 14% Transient Occupancy Tax, while Orlando charges 12.5% (6% state + 6% county tourist dev. + 0.5% city). Compare the full breakdown in the table above.
Which city has stricter fines for illegal short-term rentals?
Los Angeles: $2,000–$5,000/violation (up to triple for repeat offenses). Orlando: $250–$500/day for code violations.