City of Destin identifies nearly 3,900 condo short‑term rentals via state RISE database; potential $1.9M in registrations City staff told council that matching with the Department of Revenue's RISE database found 3,887 condo units not previously captured in the city's short‑term rental registration system, representing roughly $1.9 million if each unit paid a $500 registration fee. Staff has begun outreach and reported nearly 1,100 condo registrations received so far.

Destin's recent data discovery unveiled nearly 3,900 unregistered short-term rental condos, opening the door to a potential $1.9 million in registration fees!

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Destin City Council approves $500 registration fee for short term rentals under 1500 sq ft Council establishes new fee tier for condominiums in short term rental regulation.

Destin's City Council just approved a $500 annual registration fee for short-term rentals under 1,500 sq ft, igniting a heated debate on fairness and tourism impact!

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