Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Rules in El Paso, TX (2026)

Whether El Paso, TX permits short-term rentals (Airbnb/VRBO) has not been confirmed from an official source. Contact the local planning department at (915) 212-0104 to verify current STR rules — including whether hosting is permitted at all, registration requirements, and any local restrictions — before listing your property on Airbnb, VRBO, or a similar platform.

Statewide Preemption

Registration Requirements

Whether short-term rental registration is required in El Paso has not been confirmed from official sources. Contact the local planning department or local building department to verify current registration requirements before hosting on Airbnb, VRBO, or similar platforms.

Operational Rules

No specific operational rules listed for short-term rentals in El Paso beyond standard property codes.

• •STR license required for all rentals of 30 days or fewer
• •License number must be displayed in all listings
• •Maximum occupancy: 2 guests per bedroom plus 2 additional guests
• •Must comply with El Paso noise ordinance
• •Smoke detectors and CO detectors required
• •24-hour contact required for guest issues
• •El Paso Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) applies to STR rentals

Penalties for Violations

Specific penalty amounts for STR violations in El Paso are not listed. Contact the local planning department for enforcement information.

• ⚠$500–$1,000 per day for operating without a license
• ⚠$250–$500 per compliance violation
• ⚠License revocation for repeat violations

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