Lakeway, Texas
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Travis County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 2
2Min. Night Stay
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
RenewalInitial: 1 year; renewal: 2 years
Permit Cap25 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes
Limits & Restrictions
Minimum Night Stay2
Density / Distance Capno new initial permit within 1,000 feet of another residential property with a current short-term rental use permit
Parking RequiredYes
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- No new permit within 1,000 feet of another STR; R-5 (Condominium) and separate zoning agreement properties exempt from distance requirement
Official Sources
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 8, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Lakeway, Texas
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lakeway, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Lakeway, Texas?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Lakeway, Texas.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lakeway?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Lakeway?
Yes — Lakeway sets a minimum stay of 2 nights.
Where do these Lakeway short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Lakeway'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 Lakeway, Travis County, or Texas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.