Houston, TX Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Night Limit
- 58 dBA residential
- Events
- Prohibited at STRs
- Revocation
- 2+ noise citations in 12 months
- Contact
- 24-hour emergency required
Summary
STR guests must comply with Chapter 30 sound limits (58 dBA nighttime residential). Two or more noise citations within 12 months may result in the operator's Certificate of Registration being revoked under Ord. 2025-322.
12. What are the general requirements for STR owners/operators/occupants?
General requirements include posting/displaying specific information (see Question 13, below), compliance with the City's noise and sound regulations, building and neighborhood protection requirements, waste and litter requirements, fire code provisions, minimum stay requirements, and payment of hotel occupancy taxes applicable to STRs. The ordinance also prohibits advertising of any STR as an event space.
13. What information will the owner/operator be required to display for occupants?
The STR owner/operator will be required to display, on-site, a
Full Breakdown
Short-term rental guests are subject to all Chapter 30 noise regulations, including the 58 dBA nighttime and 65 dBA daytime residential limits. STRs may not host special events or advertise as event venues under Ord. 2025-322. The operator's 24-hour emergency contact must respond to neighbor complaints. Two or more noise ordinance citations on separate occasions within 12 months may result in revocation of the STR Certificate of Registration. Operators bear responsibility for guest compliance.
Violations & Fines
Up to $2,000 per noise violation under Chapter 30. Two or more noise citations within 12 months: STR certificate revocation. Three or more revocations for same owner within 24 months: all certificates may be revoked.
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