Richardson, Texas
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Dallas County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredFee: $100
$100License Cost
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100
Renewalannual
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
Official Sources
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 7, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Richardson, Texas
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Richardson, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Richardson, Texas?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Richardson, Texas.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Richardson?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100.
Where do these Richardson short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Richardson'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 Richardson, Dallas County, or Texas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.