Vacation Rental Reno Permitting Challenges

[Ashley Russell]

We are renovating a condo in one of the Pinellas beaches. Our permitting app has been denied twice. They seem to be purposely making it difficult for us. Could it be that it’s because the local government is anti short term rentals and this is there attempt to hinder us? Has anyone else ran into this challenge?

[Jeff Copeland]

Are you currently an owner occupant of the unit? If not, you may need a licensed General Contractor to pull your permits and manage your project. 

Many municipalities only allow an owner to pull their own permits on owner-occupied properties. 

That being said, the Building Department should be able to tell you why your permit was denied and what you need to do to get it approved. Have you asked them?