Maui County vs Orlando
Hawaii Effectively Banned | Florida Restricted
Disclaimer: General information only — not legal advice. Verify with your local government.
| Requirement | Maui County, Hawaii | Orlando, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Legality Status | Effectively Banned | Restricted |
| Permit Fee | Set by annual budget ordinance — contact Planning Dept for current amount | $100 city permit + state DBPR license |
| Tax Rate | ~18% combined (11% state TAT + 3% county MCTAT + 4% GET) | 12.5% (6% state + 6% county tourist dev. + 0.5% city) |
| Annual Day Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Renewal Interval | Annual | Annual (city); Biennial (state) |
| Platform Remits Taxes | No — host must remit | Yes |
| Max Fine Example | $20,000 first offense; $10,000/day thereafter | $250–$500/day for code violations |
| Verdict | Orlando has more favorable STR regulations overall. | |
Maui County, Hawaii
Status Effectively Banned
Permit Fee Set by annual budget ordinance — contact Planning Dept for current amount
Tax Rate ~18% combined (11% state TAT + 3% county MCTAT + 4% GET)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual
Platform Tax No
Max Fine $20,000 first offense; $10,000/day thereafter
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
Orlando has more favorable STR regulations overall.
Maui County Overview
Ordinance 5909 (signed Dec 2025) phases out all apartment-zoned vacation rentals — STR use must cease by Jan 1, 2029 in West Maui and Jan 1, 2031 elsewhere. Existing STRH and B&B permits remain but are capped. Legal challenges are pending.
Full Maui County 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 Maui County or Orlando?
Maui County is classified as "Effectively Banned" while Orlando is "Restricted." Maui County's permit fee is Set by annual budget ordinance — contact Planning Dept for current amount compared to $100 city permit + state DBPR license in Orlando.
Which city has higher STR taxes — Maui County or Orlando?
Maui County charges ~18% combined (11% state TAT + 3% county MCTAT + 4% GET), 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?
Maui County: $20,000 first offense; $10,000/day thereafter. Orlando: $250–$500/day for code violations.