North Richland Hills, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Tarrant County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $450Min Stay: 2Processing: 45 days
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$450License Cost
2Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$450
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Est. Processing Time45 days

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay2
Density / Distance Capno more than 5% of the total units in the community or one unit, whichever is more (multi-family)
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT6% state + 7% city = 13% total

Zoning Restrictions

  • Prohibited in new single-family neighborhoods; allowed in multi-family, commercial, and Transit Oriented Development zoning districts

Official Sources

Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in North Richland Hills, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in North Richland Hills, Texas are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $450). A lodging/occupancy tax of 6% state + 7% city = applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in North Richland Hills, Texas?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in North Richland Hills, Texas.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in North Richland Hills?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $450.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in North Richland Hills?

Short-term rentals in North Richland Hills are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 6% state + 7% city =.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in North Richland Hills?

Yes — North Richland Hills sets a minimum stay of 2 nights.

Where do these North Richland Hills short-term rental rules come from?

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