Shreveport, Louisiana
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Caddo Parish
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: Required
500 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Renewalevery 2 years
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance CapNo more than 3 approved Type B STR permits within a 500-foot radius without special exception use approval
Parking RequiredYes
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- yes - allowed only in allowable zoning districts per Use Matrix; density cap of 3 Type B permits within 500-foot radius
Official Sources
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 7, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Shreveport, Louisiana
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Shreveport, Louisiana are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Shreveport, Louisiana?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Shreveport?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Where do these Shreveport short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Shreveport's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.
Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Shreveport, Caddo Parish, or Louisiana authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.