Johnson City, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Blanco County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $100.00
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
$100.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100.00
Renewalone-time (nontransferable, no renewal required)
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • prohibited in multifamily dwelling units

Official Sources

Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Johnson City, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Johnson City, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100.00).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Johnson City, Texas?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Johnson City?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100.00.

Where do these Johnson City short-term rental rules come from?

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