Waco

Short-term rentals in Waco are subject to a strict licensing and zoning regime, including a permanent prohibition on non-owner-occupied (Type II) rentals in many residential districts.

To host an STR in Waco, you must obtain a city license and, depending on your property's location, a Special Permit which can take 60-90 days for approval. Non-owner-occupied rentals are largely restricted to commercial zones and are prohibited in most single-family residential areas. All hosts must pass a life safety inspection and collect a combined 15% in occupancy taxes.