Missouri City, TX Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Quiet hours
- 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
- Standard
- Audible at property line
- Enforcement
- Police and Code Enforcement
- Owner liability
- Yes for guest conduct
Summary
Missouri City applies its general noise nuisance ordinance to short-term rentals, prohibiting unreasonable noise audible at neighboring properties, especially during nighttime hours.
Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly: ... (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 ... (c) For purposes of this section: ... (2) a noise is presumed to be unreasonable if the noise exceeds a decibel level of 85 after the person making the noise receives notice from a magistrate or peace officer that the noise is a public nuisance.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: the cited page had not changed since it was quoted.
Full Breakdown
Short-term rental hosts in Missouri City are responsible for ensuring guests follow Chapter 50 nuisance and noise provisions. Loud parties, amplified music, and disturbances audible from adjoining properties between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. are treated as public nuisances. Police and Code Enforcement can respond to complaints, and repeat violations at a registered rental may affect the owner's permit standing.
Violations & Fines
Excessive noise, loud parties, or amplified sound disturbing neighbors at registered rentals can result in citations and permit review.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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