The City of Houston approved new short-term rental regulations in 2025, with enforcement beginning this year. The rules require many short-term rentals to register with the city, provide a 24-hour emergency contact and comply with regulations aimed at preventing large parties and nuisance complaints.

A newly adopted Galveston ordinance gives city officials a tougher tool to curb disturbances at short‑term rentals: three verified violations in a 12‑month period can trigger revocation of registration needed to operate.

City officials argue it’s about accountability, not punishment, as the debate over short-term rentals divides the island community.

As noise complaints mount, the ordinance will enforce stricter noise controls, and operators could face registration revocations for repeated violations.

Attention all current and aspiring short-term rental owners in Houston! A new ordinance regulating short-term rentals has been approved and will take effect on January 1, 2026.

The Houston City Council approved the ordinance on Wednesday.

Nearly a dozen people took the podium to voice their concerns about the proposed short-term rental ordinance in the city of Houston

The city of Bellaire is considering an ordinance that would put limits on homeowners who want to rent out their own property.