Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Lubbock, TX

Short-term rentals (less than 30 days) are permitted only within a primary residence or a legal accessory dwelling unit. Operators must obtain an annual permit, collect a 7% local hotel occupancy tax (HOT), and remit these taxes monthly to the City.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Lubbock. 1) Confirm the property is a primary residence or legal ADU by contacting the Planning Department. 2) Register and submit the permit application and fee via the MUNIRevs portal (lubbock.munirevs.com), providing owner/operator details and a 24-hour contact. 3) Set up monthly remittance for the 7% Hotel Occupancy Tax; permits must be renewed annually.

1) Confirm the property is a primary residence or legal ADU by contacting the Planning Department. 2) Register and submit the permit application and fee via the MUNIRevs portal (lubbock.munirevs.com), providing owner/operator details and a 24-hour contact. 3) Set up monthly remittance for the 7% Hotel Occupancy Tax; permits must be renewed annually.