Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Calhoun County, TX

Airbnb listings are allowed in Calhoun County, TX, but with restrictions. Maximum occupancy is limited to three times the number of sleeping rooms. Operators must post the permit number in all advertisements, maintain a local contact person, and comply with all city noise, parking, and fire codes. Hotel Occupancy Tax (7%) must be collected and remitted. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Maximum occupancy is limited to three times the number of sleeping rooms. Operators must post the permit number in all advertisements, maintain a local contact person, and comply with all city noise, parking, and fire codes. Hotel Occupancy Tax (7%) must be collected and remitted.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Calhoun County. 1) Submit a registration form via the SmartGov portal including owner/operator info, local contact, and site diagram. 2) Pay the $150 initial registration fee. 3) Pass an on-site inspection by the Building Official prior to permit issuance; renewals occur annually for $100.

1) Submit a registration form via the SmartGov portal including owner/operator info, local contact, and site diagram. 2) Pay the $150 initial registration fee. 3) Pass an on-site inspection by the Building Official prior to permit issuance; renewals occur annually for $100.

Vrbo is permitted in Calhoun County, TX under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Calhoun County are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Calhoun County. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.