Land_Development_Code_Chapter_30,_Part_70,_Sections_30.1373-1376.pdf

This document is the Land Development Code for Seminole County, Florida, specifically Chapter 30, Part 70, Sections 30.1373-1376, focusing on vacation rental regulations. The code establishes comprehensive requirements for vacation rental properties, including mandatory registration with a third-party vendor authorized by Seminole County, which began October 1, 2020. The registration process requires detailed documentation such as an active license number, local tourism tax account, proof of local business tax compliance, and acknowledgment of occupancy and guest limitations. Rental properties must meet specific standards including maximum occupancy limits (two persons per sleeping room), local emergency communication capabilities, fire safety equipment, and provision of transient occupant information.

The code mandates that vacation rental owners provide detailed information during registration, including parking space locations, emergency contact details, and compliance with various county ordinances related to noise, parking, sexual offenders, solid waste, and urban bear management. Registration is valid for one year and can be renewed, with potential allocation of registration fee proceeds to an Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The regulations do not override private restrictive covenants or homeowner association rules, and non-compliance can result in inspections and potential enforcement actions. The code aims to create a structured framework for short-term vacation rentals to ensure safety, community standards, and proper management within Seminole County.