Rockport, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Aransas County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
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: 85%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Rockport, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Rockport, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Rockport, Texas?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

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