Castle Hills, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Bexar County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 1
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
1Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$125.00 renewal fee; $500.00 late renewal fee
Renewal1 year
Permit Cap25 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1
Density / Distance Capno more than one-twelfth of the total number of single-family and duplex properties on a single street; no STR within 1000 feet of another STR
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Allowed in Single-Family (A and AA) and Duplex (B) districts with density and proximity restrictions; must comply with zoning regulations for the district

Official Sources

cityofcastlehills.com/DocumentCenter/View/3635/Short-Term-Rental-Permit-and-Renewal-312026
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Castle Hills, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Castle Hills, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $125.00 renewal fee; $500.00 l).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Castle Hills, Texas?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Castle Hills?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $125.00 renewal fee; $500.00 l.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Castle Hills?

Yes — Castle Hills sets a minimum stay of 1 night.

Where do these Castle Hills short-term rental rules come from?

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