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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Mount Vernon, TX

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

The City of Mount Vernon Zoning Ordinance lists 'Transient Housing/Rooming house/Boarding house', 'Bed-and-breakfast (homestay/inn)', 'Hotel', and 'R.V. Park (short-term)' in the use table and designates them as conditional, permitted, or by-right depending on the zoning district; no municipal text on occupancy limits, minimum night stays, host-presence, or platform registration is stated. Certificate of Occupancy and site-plan review requirements apply to uses as specified in the ordinance.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) File an application for a Certificate of Occupancy with the office of the Zoning Official on forms provided by the Zoning Official; 2) Apply for the Certificate of Occupancy coincident with any Building Permit and complete any required Site Plan Review for the use; 3) Upon approval the Certificate of Occupancy is issued (certificate issued within 10 days after completion when applicable) and a permanent record is kept on file.

Official Resources

Official Mount Vernon STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Mount Vernon, TX?
The City of Mount Vernon Zoning Ordinance lists 'Transient Housing/Rooming house/Boarding house', 'Bed-and-breakfast (homestay/inn)', 'Hotel', and 'R.V. Park (short-term)' in the use table and designates them as conditional, permitted, or by-right depending on the zoning district; no municipal text on occupancy limits, minimum night stays, host-presence, or platform registration is stated. Certificate of Occupancy and site-plan review requirements apply to uses as specified in the ordinance.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Mount Vernon?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Mount Vernon. 1) File an application for a Certificate of Occupancy with the office of the Zoning Official on forms provided by the Zoning Official; 2) Apply for the Certificate of Occupancy coincident with any Building Permit and complete any required Site Plan Review for the use; 3) Upon approval the Certificate of Occupancy is issued (certificate issued within 10 days after completion when applicable) and a permanent record is kept on file.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Mount Vernon?
1) File an application for a Certificate of Occupancy with the office of the Zoning Official on forms provided by the Zoning Official; 2) Apply for the Certificate of Occupancy coincident with any Building Permit and complete any required Site Plan Review for the use; 3) Upon approval the Certificate of Occupancy is issued (certificate issued within 10 days after completion when applicable) and a permanent record is kept on file.

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