https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/ Recent short-term rental regulatory updates across Texas markets. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:16:32 GMT https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/dallas/ Dallas City Council members representing residential neighborhoods are reviewing proposals to restrict STR activity in single-family residential zones, similar to zoning-based approaches used in Austin and other Texas cities. No ordinance has passed, but council discussions are ongoing. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT texas-dallas-2025-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/new-braunfels/ New Braunfels City Council is evaluating whether to restrict STR activity in single-family residential zones to owner-occupied properties, following the model of Austin and other Texas cities. No ordinance has been enacted, but council discussions are ongoing. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT texas-new-braunfels-2025-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/richardson/ City reviewing whether STR use is consistent with all residential zone classifications; no major restrictions are expected based on planning staff analysis. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT texas-richardson-2025-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/fredericksburg/ A Texas legislative session again saw preemption bills fail to advance, leaving Fredericksburg and other tourist cities free to impose local STR restrictions. Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT texas-fredericksburg-2025-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/galveston/ Texas state preemption legislation that would have limited Galveston's and other cities' authority to regulate STRs failed to advance in the legislature, preserving municipal control over vacation rental regulations. Thu, 01 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT texas-galveston-2025-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/houston/ A Texas House bill that would have preempted Houston and other cities from imposing STR registration requirements or density restrictions failed to advance in the 2025 legislative session, preserving municipal authority over vacation rental regulation. Thu, 01 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT texas-houston-2025-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/south-padre-island/ Proposed Texas legislation that would have created a state preemption framework for STR regulations failed to advance, leaving cities including South Padre Island with full municipal authority over vacation rental policy. Thu, 01 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT texas-south-padre-island-2025-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/san-antonio/ The San Antonio Historic Design and Review Commission and City Council members representing the King William and Lavaca neighborhoods raised concerns about STR density in historic residential areas, prompting a planning study of whether additional regulations should apply in historic districts. Sat, 01 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT texas-san-antonio-2025-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/wimberley/ Wimberley overhauled its CUP application review, adding mandatory neighbor notification, a public hearing component, and an annual renewal review where neighbors can re-raise objections — making ongoing compliance more challenging. Sat, 01 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT texas-wimberley-2025-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/fredericksburg/ Gillespie County reviewed regulations for STRs outside Fredericksburg city limits, where most wine country vacation rentals are located. Sat, 01 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT texas-fredericksburg-2025-02-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/corpus-christi/ Corpus Christi enforced its Padre/Mustang Island Area Development Plan restriction on STRs in single-family zones, citing properties listed on booking platforms that did not qualify for STR use under the plan's provisions. Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-corpus-christi-2024-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/austin/ Austin updated its STR licensing requirements to include mandatory fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors, and posted emergency contact information visible to guests. These apply to all three license types. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-austin-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/beaumont/ Beaumont's code enforcement division conducted a review of short-term rental activity in residential neighborhoods following complaints about commercial activity in residential zones. The review resulted in clarification of which residential zones permit STR use and increased outreach to unregistered operators. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-beaumont-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/houston/ The Houston Police Department and code enforcement increased response to noise complaints and nuisance activity at registered and unregistered vacation rental properties. Properties with multiple verified complaints within a year face permit revocation. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-houston-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/rockport/ Rockport simplified its STR registration renewal process to an online portal, reducing processing times and making it easier for operators to maintain compliance year over year. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-rockport-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/san-antonio/ San Antonio amended its nuisance property ordinance to add STR-specific triggers, enabling code enforcement to pursue license suspension for properties generating repeat noise, overcrowding, or nuisance complaints. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-san-antonio-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/wimberley/ Following a surge of STR applications along the Blanco River, Wimberley commissioned a study on STR density impacts on water quality, traffic, and neighborhood character to inform potential zoning overlay restrictions. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-wimberley-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/port-aransas/ Port Aransas increased outreach and enforcement to ensure all vacation rental operators — particularly those using direct booking channels — are registered with the city and Texas Comptroller for hotel occupancy tax collection. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-port-aransas-2024-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/dallas/ Dallas amended its nuisance property ordinance to include STR-specific triggers. Properties generating three or more verified noise, nuisance, or overcrowding complaints within 12 months face license suspension. Code enforcement officers may issue immediate citations for violations at registered STR properties. Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-dallas-2024-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/new-braunfels/ New Braunfels increased code enforcement activity in residential neighborhoods adjacent to the Comal and Guadalupe rivers, where high STR density generates noise, parking, and litter complaints from year-round residents during peak summer tubing season. Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-new-braunfels-2024-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/corpus-christi/ The City updated its STR permit registration process to require confirmation of zone eligibility at application, reducing approvals for properties in restricted single-family zones within the Padre/Mustang Island plan area. Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-corpus-christi-2024-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/galveston/ Following complaints about noise and nuisance activity at large beach house rentals, Galveston amended its nuisance ordinance to include STR-specific provisions with tiered fines. Three violations within 12 months can trigger license suspension or revocation. Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-galveston-2024-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/rockport/ After a rise in noise-related complaints during summer 2024, Rockport updated its noise ordinance with STR-specific quiet hours and a three-strikes permit revocation process. Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-rockport-2024-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/fredericksburg/ The city capped the percentage of homes on any given block that can operate as STRs, limiting new STR permits in already-saturated residential streets. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-fredericksburg-2024-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/wimberley/ Wimberley partnered with Hays County to identify and fine unpermitted STRs using short-term listing platform data, resulting in dozens of cease-and-desist orders to operators without active CUPs. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-wimberley-2024-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/austin/ Austin's attempt to cap Type 2 (non-owner-occupied) STR licenses at roughly 3% of single-family homes faced legal challenges from property owners. The city and property rights groups reached a partial settlement, but enforcement remains contested. Fri, 15 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-austin-2024-03-15 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/richardson/ Texas Comptroller's Office updated STR guidance; all operators must collect and remit the 6% state hotel occupancy tax. Major platforms collect and remit automatically for most bookings. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-richardson-2024-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/south-padre-island/ The city increases code enforcement staffing during spring break (March–April) to address occupancy and noise violations at vacation rental properties. Operators with repeat violations face license suspension. Some condominium complexes on the island impose their own spring break restrictions through HOA rules. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-south-padre-island-2024-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/corpus-christi/ Corpus Christi issued reminders to all STR operators of their obligation to collect and remit the city's Hotel Occupancy Tax, with increased audit activity targeting direct-booking channels that do not automatically remit. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-corpus-christi-2024-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/new-braunfels/ New Braunfels enacted and subsequently strengthened its STR registration ordinance, adding requirements for a 24/7 local contact person, liability insurance, and an annual safety inspection. Unlicensed operation carries daily fines, and the city actively monitors listing platforms for non-compliant properties. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT texas-new-braunfels-2024-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/rockport/ Temporary post-Hurricane Harvey zoning accommodations that had allowed broader STR use in rebuilding areas have expired, returning those parcels to standard zoning rules. Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-rockport-2023-12-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/houston/ Houston enacted a short-term rental registration ordinance requiring all operators to register with the city and obtain a permit. Registration requires a local contact person, proof of liability insurance, and compliance with occupancy and noise rules. Unlicensed operation carries daily fines. Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-houston-2023-11-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/dallas/ Dallas requires all short-term rental operators to register with the city, obtain a business license, designate a 24/7 local contact person, carry minimum liability insurance, and display their registration number in listings. Registration requires annual renewal. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-dallas-2023-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/san-antonio/ San Antonio requires all short-term rental operators to register with the city, designate a 24/7 local contact, carry liability insurance, and display their registration number in all listings. Annual renewal is required. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-san-antonio-2023-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/beaumont/ All short-term rental income in Beaumont is subject to Texas state hotel occupancy tax (6%) and any applicable Beaumont city hotel occupancy tax. Operators using major booking platforms benefit from automated tax collection and remittance, while direct-booking operators must register independently with the Texas Comptroller. Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-beaumont-2023-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/richardson/ City requires annual STR operating permit with fire safety compliance, noise ordinance adherence, and local emergency contact requirement. Permit number required in all listings. Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-richardson-2023-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/austin/ Senate Bill 2 in the 2023 Texas legislative session would have preempted local STR ordinances statewide. The bill passed the Senate but failed to advance in the House. A revised version is expected in the 2025 session. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-austin-2023-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/galveston/ Galveston requires all short-term rental operators to register with the city, obtain a business license, and collect and remit applicable hotel occupancy taxes. Registration requires a designated local contact person and proof of compliance with city noise and occupancy standards. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-galveston-2023-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/port-aransas/ Hurricane Harvey (2017) caused widespread property damage in Port Aransas. Rebuilding and STR market recovery has been substantial, with city inspections now verifying that all permitted vacation rentals meet current storm-resilient construction standards before permits are issued or renewed. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-port-aransas-2023-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/beaumont/ Beaumont requires short-term rental operators to register with the city and obtain a business license. Registration requires a local contact designation and compliance with applicable zoning, health, and safety codes. Annual renewal is required. Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-beaumont-2023-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/port-aransas/ Port Aransas requires all short-term rental operators to obtain a city vacation rental permit, designate a local contact, and register for city and state hotel occupancy tax collection. Annual renewal is required. The permit number must appear in all online listings. Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-port-aransas-2023-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/texas/south-padre-island/ South Padre Island requires all short-term rental operators to hold a city business license, designate a 24/7 local contact, and register for city and state hotel occupancy tax collection. Annual renewal is required and the registration number must appear in all online listings. Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT texas-south-padre-island-2023-01-01