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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Caddo Mills, TX

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

The City’s Article 3.09 requires that any 'residential rental unit' offered for lease or occupancy for rent obtain registration and a Rental Certificate of Occupancy (RCO); units in the city existing at the adoption date had to register by Jan 1, 2025. Inspections (interior/exterior) are required by the building official on change of occupancy or upon registration; rental units must comply with applicable building, fire, health, and safety codes and with zoning/certificate-of-occupancy rules. The municipal code does not state STR-specific nightly minimums, guest caps, primary-residence requirements, host-presence, or platform registration rules.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit a residential rental registration application to the City (application and registration required; existing rental units required to complete initial registration by January 1, 2025). 2) Schedule and pass the inspection(s) with the Building Official (interior inspection upon request/consent; exterior inspection notice provided by building official) and comply with adopted building/property maintenance codes. 3) Obtain a Rental Certificate of Occupancy (RCO) from the Building Official prior to occupancy and pay inspection fees as set by the city (fees are nonrefundable; fee schedule posted by City Council).

Official Resources

Official Caddo Mills STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Caddo Mills, TX?
The City’s Article 3.09 requires that any 'residential rental unit' offered for lease or occupancy for rent obtain registration and a Rental Certificate of Occupancy (RCO); units in the city existing at the adoption date had to register by Jan 1, 2025. Inspections (interior/exterior) are required by the building official on change of occupancy or upon registration; rental units must comply with applicable building, fire, health, and safety codes and with zoning/certificate-of-occupancy rules. The municipal code does not state STR-specific nightly minimums, guest caps, primary-residence requirements, host-presence, or platform registration rules.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Caddo Mills?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Caddo Mills. 1) Submit a residential rental registration application to the City (application and registration required; existing rental units required to complete initial registration by January 1, 2025). 2) Schedule and pass the inspection(s) with the Building Official (interior inspection upon request/consent; exterior inspection notice provided by building official) and comply with adopted building/property maintenance codes. 3) Obtain a Rental Certificate of Occupancy (RCO) from the Building Official prior to occupancy and pay inspection fees as set by the city (fees are nonrefundable; fee schedule posted by City Council).
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Caddo Mills?
1) Submit a residential rental registration application to the City (application and registration required; existing rental units required to complete initial registration by January 1, 2025). 2) Schedule and pass the inspection(s) with the Building Official (interior inspection upon request/consent; exterior inspection notice provided by building official) and comply with adopted building/property maintenance codes. 3) Obtain a Rental Certificate of Occupancy (RCO) from the Building Official prior to occupancy and pay inspection fees as set by the city (fees are nonrefundable; fee schedule posted by City Council).

Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction