Boerne, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Kendall County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$200 registration fee; $100 inspection fee (city limits only)
Renewalevery 2 years
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes — residential zones require 200-ft separation from other STRs on same block face; STRs not permitted in commercial zones outside Historic, Downtown, and River Road overlay districts

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Boerne, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Boerne, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $200 registration fee; $100 in).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Boerne, Texas?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $200 registration fee; $100 in.

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

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