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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Odessa, TX

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

No city STR-specific land-use or permitting ordinance was located in the City of Odessa municipal code. The City’s existing Hotel-Motel Occupancy Tax ordinance defines “occupancy” and the 30-day threshold for taxation; City Council minutes (Jan–Feb 2026) record actions to update HOT definitions and tax administration to address short-term rentals and platforms and note STR/zoning will be discussed in work sessions. No official zoning districts, occupancy caps, minimum-night stays, host-presence, primary-residence, platform-registration, or STR permit/fee requirements were found.

Official Resources

Official Odessa STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Odessa, TX?
No city STR-specific land-use or permitting ordinance was located in the City of Odessa municipal code. The City’s existing Hotel-Motel Occupancy Tax ordinance defines “occupancy” and the 30-day threshold for taxation; City Council minutes (Jan–Feb 2026) record actions to update HOT definitions and tax administration to address short-term rentals and platforms and note STR/zoning will be discussed in work sessions. No official zoning districts, occupancy caps, minimum-night stays, host-presence, primary-residence, platform-registration, or STR permit/fee requirements were found.

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