Shady Shores, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Denton County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $1500.00Tax: 7%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
$1500.00License Cost
7%Tax Rate
200 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$1500.00
Renewal1 year
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap200 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT7%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Shady Shores, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Shady Shores, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $1500.00). A lodging/occupancy tax of 7% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Shady Shores, Texas?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Shady Shores?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $1500.00.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Shady Shores?

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

Where do these Shady Shores short-term rental rules come from?

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