Irving, TX Short-Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Basis
- Bedrooms + off-street parking
- Safety
- Must meet egress and fire codes
- Report Overcrowding
- (972) 721-4829
- Consequence
- Registration suspension/revocation
- Enforcement
- Code Enforcement
Summary
Irving STR occupancy limits are based on the number of bedrooms and off-street parking spaces. Building and housing standards regarding egress and safety must be met.
Sec. 92.010. OCCUPANCY LIMITS. (a) Except as provided by Subsection (b), the maximum number of adults that a landlord may allow to occupy a dwelling is three times the number of bedrooms in the dwelling. (b) A landlord may allow an occupancy rate of more than three adult tenants per bedroom: (1) to the extent that the landlord is required by a state or federal fair housing law to allow a higher occupancy rate; or (2) if an adult whose occupancy causes a violation of Subsection (a) is seeking temporary sanctuary from family violence ... (d) In this section: (1) "Adult" means an individual 18 years of age or older. (2) "Bedroom" means an area of a dwelling intended as sleeping quarters.
Full Breakdown
Irving's short-term rental ordinance establishes occupancy limits based on the number of bedrooms and available off-street parking spaces at the property. STRs must comply with building and housing standards including regulations on egress, occupancy, and amenities. Properties must meet fire safety codes for the number of guests accommodated. The STR registration application requires disclosure of the number of bedrooms and parking spaces, and these are used to calculate the maximum permitted occupancy. Exceeding occupancy limits is a violation that can lead to registration suspension or revocation. Report excessive occupancy at (972) 721-4829.
Violations & Fines
Exceeding occupancy limits may result in fines, STR registration suspension, or revocation.
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