Stockdale, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Wilson County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Wilson County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$500.00 plus $10.00 per lot/space for initial application; $250.00 for reinstatement; $100.00 for variance request
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

Zoning Restrictions

  • Applies only to unincorporated areas of Wilson County outside city limits; hunting camps (temporary) and RV parks are excluded

Official Sources

wilsoncountytx.gov/upload/page/2300/docs/Genevieve/EMA/2017-01-19%20Wilson%20County%20Lodging%20Development%20Regulations%20_Revised03282016_Final.pdf
Data confidence: 82%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Stockdale, Texas

Stockdale, Texas has no separate city ordinance, so Wilson County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $500.00 plus $10.00 per lot/sp).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Stockdale, Texas?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $500.00 plus $10.00 per lot/sp.

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

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