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Fort Myers Beach: short-term rental tax and permits
Last checked Oct 26, 2026 from official sources. Not tax advice.
Own a rental in Fort Myers Beach? See in two minutes what you owe and whether your platform already pays it. Free, private, no sign-up.
Check my countyReserve a founding place| Lodging tax | 5% Lee County TDT on rent plus mandatory fees, plus state sales tax and surtax |
|---|---|
| Does Airbnb collect it? | Yes for Airbnb and Vrbo bookings; direct bookings are yours. |
| Town registration | Town STR application fee $300 per unit for 2026; a flat $400 fee adopted Sept 2026 for the 2027 cycle ($600 approved condo opt-outs, $50 eligible grandfathered). |
| Filing | Lee Clerk portal by the 20th; minimum $50 penalty, up to 50%. |
Common mistakes
- Renewing at the old $300 rate for 2027.
County-level detail: Lee County guide · Florida hub
Related guides
Sources
- Town of Fort Myers Beach, Short Term Rentals (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- FMB FY26 fee schedule (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- Lee Clerk TDT (checked Oct 26, 2026)
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- We file and payEvery return, including $0 months, filed and paid from your account to the county, with each confirmation in your file.
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