Kerrville, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Kerr 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$100 initial; $50 renewal
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 days per stay
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Allowed in R-1A, R-3, RT, DAC, and MU zoning districts only

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Kerrville, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Kerrville, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100 initial; $50 renewal).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Kerrville, Texas?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100 initial; $50 renewal.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Kerrville?

Yes — Kerrville sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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