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No. Gulfport’s zoning code allows only those uses that are specifically listed for each zoning district. If short-term rentals are not listed as an allowed use, they are prohibited in that district. View the Map to determine your specific zone.
Property owners considering a short-term rental should: Confirm the property’s zoning Verify whether short-term rentals are allowed in that district Determine whether a conditional use approval or other permits are required Ensure compliance with all applicable City regulations Need Help? City staff are available to help residents and property owners understand: Zoning designations Whether short-term […]
This notice addresses the issuance of Declaratory Statements DS 2026-025 and DS 2026-026 and clarifies their relationship to Binding Interpretation No. 318, particularly with respect to threshold buildings, inspection requirements, and permit applicability.
A business license or tax receipt is good from October 1 of the current year through September 30 of the following year. Help Questions may be directed to staff by phone (727) 893-1063. Conferences should be scheduled so we can make sure that adequate space is available to accommodate the size of the group. Business […]
No. For Short-Term Rentals, the definition applies regardless of ownership, including situations in which the occupant has a direct or indirect ownership interest in the property.
You can contact Community Development by calling them at (727) 893-1024. The director can be reached in their office at (727) 893-1095.
Questions may be directed to staff either via telephone (727) 893-1061 or by e-mail at GPCE@mygulfport.us. Conferences must be scheduled so we can ensure adequate space is available to accommodate the size of the group. If you have a complaint, we will inspect it as soon as possible to verify any violation. If the inspector is unavailable, leave […]
You must check: The property’s zoning designation, and Whether short-term rentals are allowed by right or as a conditional use in that zoning district. The City’s zoning map shows areas where short-term rentals may be allowed, but final determinations are made by City staff.
Complaints can be reported to (727) 893-1106. We will inspect as soon as possible to verify violations. If the inspector is unavailable, leave as detailed a message as possible to help us find the violation. Chapter 162 of the Florida Statutes was amended to preclude staff from initiating code enforcement proceedings by way of anonymous complaints. […]
You can set up a time for an inspection by going to the Community Development department at 5330 23rd Avenue South or by calling them at (727) 893-1063 .
How do I open a new business? First, you will need to come in to the Community Development department at 5330 23rd Avenue South to fill out and submit the application for a business tax receipt. The application will start a process that includes zoning and fire review. If you are doing any construction work, […]
No. The zoning map is a visual reference only and is not the official zoning map. Official determinations are based on the adopted zoning code and City records.
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A conditional use means the short-term rental may be allowed, but only after additional review and approval to ensure compatibility with surrounding properties and neighborhoods.
Operating a short-term rental in a prohibited zoning district may result in enforcement action under the City Code.
Under the City Code, a short-term (or tourist) rental is a property that is: Rented or advertised for stays of less than one month, and Used this way more than three times within a 12-month period. This definition applies regardless of ownership, whether the occupant owns part of the property, or whether payment is made […]
A short-term (or tourist) rental is a property that is rented or advertised for stays of less than one month, more than three times within a 12-month period. This definition applies regardless of ownership or how the rental is arranged.
Short-term rentals are not allowed citywide by default. Gulfport’s zoning code works on a “listed uses only” basis: Only uses specifically listed as allowed in a zoning district are permitted. If a use is not listed, it is prohibited. As a result, short-term rentals are permitted only in certain zoning districts and, in some cases, only […]
Most construction activities require a permit pursuant to the Florida Building Code (FBC), however the real reason for getting proper permits is for your protection. If you have any other questions about permits, please contact the Building Division at (727) 893-1024 . Where do I get a building permit? All building permits can be filled […]
Whether a short-term rental is allowed depends on: The zoning district of the property, and Whether short-term rentals are permitted by right or require conditional approval in that district. The City maintains a zoning map that clearly shows: Areas where short-term rentals are allowed Areas where they may be allowed conditionally Areas where they are […]