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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Ellis County, TX

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

No county-level STR ordinance or county STR permit program was found on official Ellis County pages. Note: individual municipalities inside Ellis County may regulate STRs (example: Waxahachie Ordinance No. 3414 requires a Special Use Permit in all zoning districts except Central Area and STR registration; Waxahachie limits occupancy to no more than two adults per bedroom plus no more than two additional adults, maximum occupancy 10 persons).

Official Resources

Official Ellis County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Ellis County, TX?
No county-level STR ordinance or county STR permit program was found on official Ellis County pages. Note: individual municipalities inside Ellis County may regulate STRs (example: Waxahachie Ordinance No. 3414 requires a Special Use Permit in all zoning districts except Central Area and STR registration; Waxahachie limits occupancy to no more than two adults per bedroom plus no more than two additional adults, maximum occupancy 10 persons).

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