Austin, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hays County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/6/2026
1000 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$836.30 (new); $385.30 (renewal)
Renewalevery 2 years
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNo

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap1000 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Allowed in all residential zoning districts as accessory use with valid license; single-family up to 2 units per site; multi-family up to 10% of units; mixed-use up to 25% of units or 1 unit

Official Sources

austintexas.gov/str
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 6, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Austin, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Austin, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $836.30 (new); $385.30 (renewa).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Austin, Texas?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Austin, Texas.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Austin?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $836.30 (new); $385.30 (renewa.

Where do these Austin short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Austin'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 Austin, Hays County, or Texas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.