Safety & Security

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Short-term vacation rentals seem to have become a frequent concern and nuisance to property owners along Hendricks Isle and Isle of Venice. While many of us wish the City could regulate short-term rental locations, Florida state law precludes local governmental agencies such enforcement. This usurping of “Home Rule” (a city’s ability to enact its own ordinances and self-governing laws) has been a major “bone of contention” for local governmental entities. 

Hendricks Isle and Isle of Venice, with their close proximity to the beaches and the iconic Las Olas Boulevard, is an ideal location for short-term vacation renters, particularly for the young adults wanting to let loose, celebrate with loud music during all hours of day and night, and entertain large gatherings of friends. 

Fortunately, the City is permitted to pass certain rules and regulations to control the negative neighborhood effects of vacation rentals. The City is also empowered with the ability to license, permit and tax short-term vacation rental properties. 

Unfortunately, there are numerous short-term vacation rental businesses operating without proper licensing and/or in violation of City ordinances. With help from residents and property owners who are negatively impacted by illegal short-term rental properties, the City is making significant inroads with enforcement. 

Over the past year, in response to resident and property owners’ vigilance in reporting concerns with respect to unlawful violative behavior from short-term vacation rentals, your HVNA Board of Directors has been able to work successfully with the City in bringing unlawful activity into compliance. The net result has been less noise, traffic, and disruptive behavior. 

As a united Neighborhood Association, we can continue our success with short-term rental enforcement. This is a teamwork effort and another reason to support and participate in our neighborhood association.