Denton STR operators must advertise the maximum number of guests the property can accommodate and may not exceed that number. The International Property Maintenance Code (adopted by Denton) sets minimum square footage per occupant. Advertisements must state no parties or events are allowed. The 2024 DDC amendment reinforced occupancy controls.
The Denton STR ordinance requires operators to list the maximum guest count in all advertisements and not to exceed that number during any rental period. The maximum occupancy is determined by the operator based on available sleeping accommodations, bathroom facilities, and parking, but must comply with the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) adopted by the city, which sets minimum square footage per occupant (70 sq ft for the first occupant, 50 sq ft for each additional occupant in sleeping rooms). All STR advertisements must include a statement that no parties or events are allowed at the property. The 2024 DDC amendment (effective January 1, 2025) reinforced these occupancy controls. Overcrowding complaints can be filed by neighbors with Code Enforcement. Properties in single-family residential zones are expected to maintain a residential character -- large-scale group rentals inconsistent with neighborhood use may draw enforcement action even within stated occupancy limits.
Occupancy violations: code enforcement citation, up to $500. Repeated violations: certificate revocation.
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Denton Code Sec. 6-9 prohibits any animal from creating noise that interferes with neighbors' reasonable enjoyment of their property. Residents within 300 fe...
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Denton Sec. 17-20 uses a reasonableness standard rather than fixed decibel limits for most noise sources. The one specific numeric limit is 70 dBA at the eve...
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Denton Code Ch. 17, Art. II (Sec. 17-20) prohibits noise of such character, intensity, and duration as to substantially interfere with comfortable enjoyment ...
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Denton DDC Sec. 7.12 requires RVs and boats stored behind the front building line on paved surfaces. Occupancy prohibited. 72-hr temp driveway use.
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Denton restricts vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR in residential zones. One light commercial vehicle allowed behind front building line on paved surface.
Denton, TX
Denton has no citywide overnight street parking ban. The 72-hour limit and residential permit zones near UNT/TWU are the primary restrictions.
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