Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Duncanville, TX

Airbnb listings are allowed in Duncanville, TX, but with restrictions. STRs are subject to an annual registration program and mandatory inspections. A Specific Use Permit (SUP) is required for properties in all Single-Family Residential districts (SF-43, SF-7, SF-10, SF-13, TF-7, MF-14, MF-21) and various Office Retail districts (NOR, LOR, GOR). 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.

STRs are subject to an annual registration program and mandatory inspections. A Specific Use Permit (SUP) is required for properties in all Single-Family Residential districts (SF-43, SF-7, SF-10, SF-13, TF-7, MF-14, MF-21) and various Office Retail districts (NOR, LOR, GOR).

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Duncanville. 1) Complete the online Short-Term Rental Registration Form via the City’s e-portal and pay the $350 registration/inspection fee. 2) Schedule and pass a city inspection. 3) If located in a restricted zoning district, apply for and obtain a Specific Use Permit (SUP) through the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council hearing process.

1) Complete the online Short-Term Rental Registration Form via the City’s e-portal and pay the $350 registration/inspection fee. 2) Schedule and pass a city inspection. 3) If located in a restricted zoning district, apply for and obtain a Specific Use Permit (SUP) through the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council hearing process.

Vrbo is permitted in Duncanville, 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 Duncanville 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 Duncanville. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.