Lewisville, Texas
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Denton County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredFee: $400
$400License Cost
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$400
Renewalannual
Permit Cap150 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance CapSTRs in a single-family home or duplex must be separated by 1,000 feet from other STRs in single-family or duplex settings. STRs in a multifamily dwelling are limited to no more than 3% of the units or 2 units, whichever is greater.
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- yes - distance and density requirements effective October 20, 2025; single-family/duplex STRs must be 1,000 feet apart; multifamily limited to 3% of units or 2 units
Official Sources
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 7, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Lewisville, Texas
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lewisville, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $400).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Lewisville, Texas?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Lewisville, Texas.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lewisville?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $400.
Where do these Lewisville short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Lewisville'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 Lewisville, Denton County, or Texas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.