Grand Prairie's STR ordinance (Ch. 29, Art. IX) requires permit applicants to specify property details. Occupancy limits are tied to the residential use and building code capacity. STR operators must comply with all applicable building and fire codes.
Grand Prairie regulates short-term rentals through Chapter 29, Article IX (Short-Term Residential Rentals). While specific numeric occupancy caps are tied to building code capacity, the ordinance requires operators to maintain the property in compliance with all building, fire, and health codes. The STR permit application process requires detailed property information. Occupancy must be consistent with the residential nature of the property. The city's Code Compliance division enforces violations, and neighbors within 200 feet must be notified when a permit is issued.
Fines starting at $500 per day for violations. Permit revocation possible for repeated violations.
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