Odessa, TX Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Rules
- General noise ordinance applies
- Nighttime
- Stricter standards 10 PM–7 AM
- Enforcement
- Odessa Police Department
- STR-Specific Rules
- None adopted
Summary
Short-term rental guests in Odessa must comply with the city's general noise ordinance. There are no STR-specific noise rules, but excessive noise from rental properties can result in nuisance complaints and police response.
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 h
Full Breakdown
The general noise ordinance applies to all properties including those used as short-term rentals. Neighbors can report excessive noise to the police. Repeated disturbances from a rental property could lead to nuisance abatement actions by the city. This noise rules rule under Odessa's short term rentals ordinances applies to properties within Odessa city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Odessa code enforcement directly or consult the official Texas municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
Violations & Fines
Noise violations are Class C misdemeanors. Chronic nuisance properties may face abatement actions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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