Noise Rules: Fulshear vs Richmond

Are there special STR noise rules in Fulshear?

No. Fulshear has not adopted an STR ordinance, so guests and operators are bound by the city's general noise rules in Chapter 18, Article VI. Residential quiet hours run 10:01 PM to 6:59 AM.

Who do neighbors call about a noisy short-term rental in Fulshear?

The Fulshear Police Department non-emergency line at 281-346-2202. Officers can issue Class C misdemeanor citations under Chapter 18, Article VI with fines up to $500 per violation.

Can my HOA enforce stricter quiet hours than the city?

Yes. CC&Rs in Cross Creek Ranch, Weston Lakes, Fulshear Run, and other master-planned communities frequently impose stricter quiet-hour, party, and amplified-sound rules enforceable under Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 209.

Does Richmond TX have STR-specific noise rules?

No. Richmond has not adopted a short-term rental ordinance, so STR guests and hosts are bound by the same nuisance rules that apply to all residential property under Chapter 22 of the Richmond Code of Ordinances and Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01.

Who enforces noise complaints at a Richmond TX short-term rental?

The Richmond Police Department, contacted through the non-emergency line at 281-342-2849. Officers can issue Class C misdemeanor citations under Chapter 22 or Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01 disorderly conduct, with fines up to $500 per offense.

Can my HOA impose stricter quiet hours than the city?

Yes. Deed restrictions in Pecan Grove Plantation, Long Meadow Farms, Briarwood Crossing, Walnut Creek, and Veranda commonly impose tighter quiet-hour and amplified-sound rules enforceable in district court under Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 209.