Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Red Oak, TX

The City’s Zoning Ordinance regulates lodging: 'Bed and Breakfast' is defined as an owner- or renter-occupied dwelling providing transient sleeping accommodations in not more than four rooms. These uses are restricted to specific zoning districts and often require a Specific Use Permit (SUP) approved by the City Council.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Red Oak. 1) File a Specific Use Permit (SUP) application with a scaled site plan showing parking and ingress/egress. 2) Complete the zoning change process, including public hearings before the Planning Commission and City Council. 3) Register and submit the City’s Hotel Occupancy Tax Reporting Form for all taxable transient receipts.

1) File a Specific Use Permit (SUP) application with a scaled site plan showing parking and ingress/egress. 2) Complete the zoning change process, including public hearings before the Planning Commission and City Council. 3) Register and submit the City’s Hotel Occupancy Tax Reporting Form for all taxable transient receipts.