Yes, condo associations in Florida have the authority to regulate short-term rentals, but the process is not always straightforward. Associations can amend their governing documents to impose restrictions or prohibitions on short-term rentals, but any such amendment must follow the proper legal procedures.
Is there any way to get around HOA rules? While you can propose rule changes through proper channels, there's no legal way to simply ignore or “get around” the HOA's covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs) that you agreed to when purchasing in the community.
The best way to strategize on short-term rental restrictions is to speak to a board member. At the same time, you can consult the CC&Rs' (Covenants, conditions, and restrictions) advice. Knowing the potential risks of getting around HOA's restrictions is important. And we highly recommend doing it the legal way.
Texas has no blanket restrictions on short-term rentals. Prohibitions on such use must come from the HOA or the local municipality.
No, there is not a way to ``leave the HOA'' without moving. The HOA covenants are tied to the property permanently.
When it's believed an Airbnb listing or Experience is causing a community disturbance—whether that's excessive noise, a disruptive gathering, or unsafe behavior—members of the local community can report it through our dedicated Neighborhood Support.
How Do I Stop Neighbors From Using Their House as an Airbnb or Other Type of Vacation Rental? Step One: Try Addressing the Vacation Rental Issue Informally With Your Neighbor. Step Two: Check the Local Law or Community Rules on Short-Term Rentals. Step Three: Alert the Zoning Department to Your Neighbor's Violations.
You can contact airbnb directly and explain that the listing is illegal. They will deactivate the listing, and make the host prove they are allowed to be renting via airbnb. That will hopefully end the ``party problem'' sooner than the legal process.
Respect must extend beyond the Airbnb community to those around us. That respect includes avoiding disturbing neighbors with disruptive gatherings, noise, or other agitating behaviors and actions.