Short-term rental compliance on the Gold Coast covers three key areas.

• Planning and zoning: Most low-impact short stays in dwelling houses are generally acceptable, but some properties or uses may need a planning approval. Check your property's zone and overlays in the City of Gold Coast Planning Scheme.
• Safety: Queensland mandates photoelectric, interconnected smoke alarms in bedrooms and hallways. Keep clear egress and display basic house rules and emergency information.
• Strata: If your property is in a body corporate, check whether by-laws restrict short-term letting and obtain written approval where required.

For a full overview, see our Gold Coast short-term rental regulation guide.