Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Fort Bend County, TX

In unincorporated Fort Bend County, STRs are unregulated at the county level. Within municipalities like Sugar Land, STRs are restricted to specific zones (R-2, R-3, R-4) and require a Conditional Use Permit; Richmond restricts properties to one STR per lot and requires residential rental registration.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Fort Bend County. 1. Determine zoning eligibility and apply for a Conditional Use Permit (if in Sugar Land) or register via the MyGovernmentOnline portal (if in Richmond). 2. Submit the application and required fees through the city's Citizen Self Service (CSS) or permitting portal. 3. Schedule and pass a mandatory property inspection for health and safety compliance.

1. Determine zoning eligibility and apply for a Conditional Use Permit (if in Sugar Land) or register via the MyGovernmentOnline portal (if in Richmond). 2. Submit the application and required fees through the city's Citizen Self Service (CSS) or permitting portal. 3. Schedule and pass a mandatory property inspection for health and safety compliance.