Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Fort Worth, TX

Airbnb listings are allowed in Fort Worth, TX, but with restrictions. STRs are permitted only in non-residential zoning districts (mixed-use, most form-based, commercial, and industrial; prohibited in specified residential districts). Occupancy is limited to 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 additional persons, with a maximum of 12 total. Operators must collect/remit a 9% City Hotel Occupancy Tax and designate a local responsible party reachable within one hour. 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 permitted only in non-residential zoning districts (mixed-use, most form-based, commercial, and industrial; prohibited in specified residential districts). Occupancy is limited to 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 additional persons, with a maximum of 12 total. Operators must collect/remit a 9% City Hotel Occupancy Tax and designate a local responsible party reachable within one hour.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Fort Worth. 1) Create an account and submit an annual STR registration application via the City’s LocalGov portal, including a Zoning Confirmation PDF showing 'success.' 2) Pay the initial application fee ($150) or renewal fee ($100) and designate a local responsible party. 3) Conspicuously display the registration at the property; registrations are non-transferable.

1) Create an account and submit an annual STR registration application via the City’s LocalGov portal, including a Zoning Confirmation PDF showing 'success.' 2) Pay the initial application fee ($150) or renewal fee ($100) and designate a local responsible party. 3) Conspicuously display the registration at the property; registrations are non-transferable.

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