Plano, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Collin County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $300Owner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
$300License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$300
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap1 unit or 5% of total units, whichever is greater (multifamily)
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Prohibited in residential zoning districts except Heritage Resource Overlay Districts; permitted in non-residential zoning districts except Neighborhood Office (O-1); multifamily allowed with onsite property management up to 1 unit or 5% of total units

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Plano, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Plano, Texas are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $300). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Plano, Texas?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Plano, Texas. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $300.

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

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