Paris, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Lamar County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Renewalevery 2 years
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Registration and inspection requirements apply specifically to units in historic overlay districts

Official Sources

Data confidence: 70%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Paris, Texas

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

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Paris, Texas?

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

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

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