Murphy, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Collin County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 1
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
1Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOThotel occupancy tax required

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Murphy, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Murphy, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of hotel occupancy tax applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Murphy, Texas?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Murphy?

Short-term rentals in Murphy are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of hotel occupancy tax .

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

Yes — Murphy sets a minimum stay of 1 night.

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

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