Lubbock, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hale County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

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

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 7, 2026

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.