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Arlington, TX Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)

Light Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified June 2025
This information was last verified in June 2025 and may be outdated. Check the source link above for the latest rules.

Key Facts

Quiet Hours
Per city noise ordinance
Parties
Prohibited at most STRs
Response
Host must respond promptly
Contact
Ask Arlington 311 / (817) 459-6777

Summary

Arlington STRs must comply with general noise ordinance. Many cities impose stricter quiet hours for rentals. Complaints can trigger permit review.

Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly:(1) uses abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language in a public place, and the language by its very utterance tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(2) makes an offensive gesture or display in a public place, and the gesture or display tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(3) creates, by chemical means, a noxious and unreasonable odor in a public place;(4) abuses or threatens a person in a public place in an obviously offensive manner;(5) makes unreasonable noise in a public place other than a sport shooting range, as defined by Section 250.001, Local Government Code, or in or near a private residence that he has no right to occupy;(6) fights with another in a public

Source: Arlington Code of Ordinances Ch. 22 — NoiseView official code

Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: the cited page had not changed since it was quoted.

Full Breakdown

Short-term rental guests in Arlington must observe the general noise ordinance. Many Texas cities impose enhanced quiet hours for STR properties. No parties or events exceeding occupancy limits. Host or local contact must respond to complaints promptly. Multiple verified complaints may trigger permit review. TX Penal Code §42.01 applies to severe disturbances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What noise rules apply to short-term rentals in Arlington?
Arlington STRs must comply with general noise ordinance. Many cities impose stricter quiet hours for rentals. Complaints can trigger permit review.
What are the quiet hours for Airbnb guests in Arlington?
Quiet Hours: Per city noise ordinance. Parties: Prohibited at most STRs. Response: Host must respond promptly.

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