Houston's STR ordinance (Ord. 2025-322) does not impose specific off-street parking requirements for STRs beyond standard residential parking rules. Street parking is subject to the 24-hour limit under Chapter 26.
Ord. 2025-322 does not include STR-specific parking mandates. Guest vehicles must comply with the standard Houston parking regulations: Chapter 26 prohibits parking on a public street for more than 24 hours, and vehicles left for 48+ hours may be towed. Houston's lack of zoning means no minimum off-street parking requirement applies specifically to STR operations. However, deed restrictions and HOA rules in many neighborhoods may impose additional guest parking limitations. Operators should inform guests about street parking time limits and any applicable deed restriction rules.
Street parking over 24 hours: citation. Over 48 hours: towing. Blocking driveways, fire lanes, or sidewalks: immediate citation or tow.
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