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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Franklin County, TX

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals are regulated and permitted only where listed as permitted or conditional uses in the City of Mount Vernon zoning and land-use tables (examples include bed-and-breakfast and transient housing/rooming uses). Operators must comply with zoning approvals, site-plan/Certificate of Occupancy requirements, and all applicable building and health code provisions; additional review (Planning & Zoning Commission or conditional-use process) may be required for certain locations.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) File the required application(s) with the City (short-term rental permit application and, where applicable, Certificate of Occupancy / zoning compliance forms) with the City’s Zoning Official or other designated city office; 2) Submit required site plans and documentation and pay applicable fees per the city fee schedule; 3) Obtain any required Planning & Zoning or conditional-use approval and receive the city-issued short-term rental permit prior to operating.

Official Resources

Official Franklin County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Franklin County, TX?
Short-term rentals are regulated and permitted only where listed as permitted or conditional uses in the City of Mount Vernon zoning and land-use tables (examples include bed-and-breakfast and transient housing/rooming uses). Operators must comply with zoning approvals, site-plan/Certificate of Occupancy requirements, and all applicable building and health code provisions; additional review (Planning & Zoning Commission or conditional-use process) may be required for certain locations.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Franklin County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Franklin County. 1) File the required application(s) with the City (short-term rental permit application and, where applicable, Certificate of Occupancy / zoning compliance forms) with the City’s Zoning Official or other designated city office; 2) Submit required site plans and documentation and pay applicable fees per the city fee schedule; 3) Obtain any required Planning & Zoning or conditional-use approval and receive the city-issued short-term rental permit prior to operating.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Franklin County?
1) File the required application(s) with the City (short-term rental permit application and, where applicable, Certificate of Occupancy / zoning compliance forms) with the City’s Zoning Official or other designated city office; 2) Submit required site plans and documentation and pay applicable fees per the city fee schedule; 3) Obtain any required Planning & Zoning or conditional-use approval and receive the city-issued short-term rental permit prior to operating.

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