Registration requirement: Property owners must register their short-term rentals via MUNIrevs, the city’s online portal. This involves submitting an application that includes the property address, owner’s contact information and a fee.
Maintaining a local responsible party: Changes made in 2023 to Dallas’ short-term rental regulations include the designation of a responsible party who must be available to respond to emergencies within one hour.
Zoning restrictions: Short-term rentals are subject to zoning laws that limit where they can be located. These regulations typically restrict STRs to certain residential areas to maintain neighborhood integrity and prevent oversaturation in any one community.
Hotel occupancy tax: Owners must collect and remit a 7% hotel occupancy tax from guests on all short-term rental bookings every month.
Property inspection: Properties used as short-term rentals must meet specific safety and health standards. This includes having working smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers, as well as adhering to cleanliness and maintenance requirements.
Noise and occupancy limits: No use of amplified sound between 10 pm and 7 am and a limit of three persons per bedroom with a maximum of 12 guests staying a minimum of two nights.
Chapter 42B: Anyone seeking to operate a short-term rental in Dallas must get familiarized with Chapter 42B, a 2023 law that has wide-ranging impacts on STRs.
Penalty for violations: Non-compliance with any of these regulations can result in significant fines and penalties up to $500 per violation. Repeated violations may lead to the revocation of the STR permit, making it crucial for owners to stay informed and adhere to all local laws.