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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Lewisville, TX

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

STRs are allowed but regulated. Effective July 8, 2024 all STRs must have an annual Short-Term Rental Unit permit before advertising or renting; a cap limits active permits to 150 (application closes when cap reached); distance/density rules (effective Oct 20, 2025) require 1,000 ft separation for STRs in single-family/duplex settings and limit STRs in multifamily buildings to no more than 3% of units or 2 units (whichever is greater). Hosts must follow occupancy limits in City Code Sec. 4-198, maintain required trash/recycling carts, include the STR permit number and party-venue prohibition in advertising, provide an informational brochure to guests, and owners must be reachable within 15 minutes (property manager on-site within 1 hour if called). STR operators must report/pay hotel occupancy tax monthly (report due the 20th), starting Jan 1, 2026 for STRs.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Create an account and submit the online STR permit application via the City STR Portal (cityoflewisvilletx-self.govplatform.com), upload required documents (proof of ownership such as county property record or deed, tax statement showing property not in arrears, city water account number, bedroom square footage, and the informational brochure) and pay the $400 non-refundable application fee. 2) City staff review (applicants contacted within ~7–10 business days), city schedules and performs an on-site inspection (property must pass); permit issuance is annual; permits are non-transferable; application will close when combined active permits + applications reach cap.

Official Resources

Official Lewisville STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lewisville, TX?
STRs are allowed but regulated. Effective July 8, 2024 all STRs must have an annual Short-Term Rental Unit permit before advertising or renting; a cap limits active permits to 150 (application closes when cap reached); distance/density rules (effective Oct 20, 2025) require 1,000 ft separation for STRs in single-family/duplex settings and limit STRs in multifamily buildings to no more than 3% of units or 2 units (whichever is greater). Hosts must follow occupancy limits in City Code Sec. 4-198, maintain required trash/recycling carts, include the STR permit number and party-venue prohibition in advertising, provide an informational brochure to guests, and owners must be reachable within 15 minutes (property manager on-site within 1 hour if called). STR operators must report/pay hotel occupancy tax monthly (report due the 20th), starting Jan 1, 2026 for STRs.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Lewisville?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Lewisville. 1) Create an account and submit the online STR permit application via the City STR Portal (cityoflewisvilletx-self.govplatform.com), upload required documents (proof of ownership such as county property record or deed, tax statement showing property not in arrears, city water account number, bedroom square footage, and the informational brochure) and pay the $400 non-refundable application fee. 2) City staff review (applicants contacted within ~7–10 business days), city schedules and performs an on-site inspection (property must pass); permit issuance is annual; permits are non-transferable; application will close when combined active permits + applications reach cap.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Lewisville?
1) Create an account and submit the online STR permit application via the City STR Portal (cityoflewisvilletx-self.govplatform.com), upload required documents (proof of ownership such as county property record or deed, tax statement showing property not in arrears, city water account number, bedroom square footage, and the informational brochure) and pay the $400 non-refundable application fee. 2) City staff review (applicants contacted within ~7–10 business days), city schedules and performs an on-site inspection (property must pass); permit issuance is annual; permits are non-transferable; application will close when combined active permits + applications reach cap.
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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