Pearland, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Brazoria County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 7%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
7%Tax Rate
1000 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$75 non-refundable application fee plus $100 inspection fee
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap1000 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT7%

Zoning Restrictions

  • Allowed only in Non-Residential and select Mixed-Use Zoning Districts

Official Sources

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

Short-term rental rules in Pearland, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Pearland, Texas are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $75 non-refundable application). A lodging/occupancy tax of 7% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Pearland, Texas?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $75 non-refundable application.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Pearland?

Short-term rentals in Pearland are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 7%.

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

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