Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Lubbock County, TX

Airbnb listings are allowed in Lubbock County, TX, but with restrictions. STRs are permitted only in a primary residence or a legal accessory dwelling unit and in residential zoning districts; operators must collect and remit 7% City hotel occupancy tax monthly, maintain a 24-hour contact for complaints, and hold an annual operating license. 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 a primary residence or a legal accessory dwelling unit and in residential zoning districts; operators must collect and remit 7% City hotel occupancy tax monthly, maintain a 24-hour contact for complaints, and hold an annual operating license.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Lubbock County. 1) Verify property zoning with the Planning Department (CityPlanning@mylubbock.us or 806-775-2108). 2) Register through the City’s STR portal (Deckard/MUNIRevs) and submit required owner/operator info and 24-hour contact details. 3) Pay the registration fee and remit City hotel occupancy tax monthly.

1) Verify property zoning with the Planning Department (CityPlanning@mylubbock.us or 806-775-2108). 2) Register through the City’s STR portal (Deckard/MUNIRevs) and submit required owner/operator info and 24-hour contact details. 3) Pay the registration fee and remit City hotel occupancy tax monthly.

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