Lubbock, Texas
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hale County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Allowed as limited use (L) in RE, SF-1, SF-2, MDR, HDR, MU-1, MU-2, MU-3, MU-5, NC, AC districts; also L in HC; prohibited (—) in OF, IP, LI, GI districts
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Lubbock, Texas
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lubbock, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Lubbock, Texas?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Lubbock, Texas. The home must be the host's primary residence.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lubbock?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Where do these Lubbock short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Lubbock'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 Lubbock, Hale County, or Texas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.