Irving, Texas

Short-term rentals are legal in Irving but must be registered with the city under Chapter 8, Article XI of the Code of Ordinances. A short-term rental is any residential structure, or portion of one, rented for fewer than 30 consecutive days. Operators obtain a Short-Term Rental Certificate of Registration through the city’s online portal, pay a $200 fee, and renew annually by October 1. Each STR must designate a local responsible agent, at least 21 years old, who can respond to issues at the property within one hour. If the registrant is not the property owner, a signed owner acknowledgment permitting STR operation is required. Neither owner occupancy nor a primary residence is required, and no annual night cap was identified. Any material change to the registration must be reported in writing within seven days. Operators must collect and remit Irving’s 7% local hotel occupancy tax monthly. Airbnb and Vrbo typically collect the separate 6% Texas state hotel tax, but hosts remain responsible for the city tax. On zoning, STRs must comply with residential zoning and may not operate as an event center, rental hall or other assembly or commercial use. No explicit ban on STRs in residential zones was found, but excessive occupancy and commercial-style use are prohibited and enforced. Enforcement severity is moderate, with complaint-based action through Code Enforcement and regular city monitoring. Operating without registration or failing to remit tax can bring fines and penalties. No newer overhaul had been confirmed as of mid-2026, so verify the current fee and rules with the city.