Bexar County, TX Short-Term Rentals: Short-Term Rental Parking Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- San Antonio requirement
- 1 off-street space per bedroom
- Unincorporated rule
- TX Transportation Code only
- Fine range
- $250 to $1,000
- Permit revocation trigger
- 3 complaints in 12 months
Summary
Unincorporated Bexar County has no STR parking rules. San Antonio requires 1 off-street space per bedroom and prohibits blocking driveways or hydrants. Violations trigger fines and permit revocation.
Sec. 545.302. STOPPING, STANDING, OR PARKING PROHIBITED IN CERTAIN PLACES. (a) An operator may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle:(1) on the roadway side of a vehicle stopped or parked at the edge or curb of a street;(2) on a sidewalk;(3) in an intersection;(4) on a crosswalk;(5) between a safety zone and the adjacent curb or within 30 feet of a place on the curb immediately opposite the ends of a safety zone, unless the governing body of a municipality designates a different length by signs or markings;(6) alongside or opposite a street excavation or obstruction if stopping, standing, or parking the vehicle would obstruct traffic;(7) on a bridge or other elevated structure on a highway or in a highway tunnel;(8) on a railroad tr
Full Breakdown
Parking is one of the most common neighbor complaints about STRs in Bexar County. In unincorporated areas no county parking ordinance applies except Texas Transportation Code Chapter 545 which prohibits blocking driveways, parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, and parking within 20 feet of a crosswalk. In the City of San Antonio, STR operators must provide one off-street parking space per bedroom on the lot or in a dedicated driveway under UDC Section 35-526 and STR Chapter 15 program rules. Operators must disclose the number of approved parking spaces on their listing and prohibit guests from parking on lawns, blocking neighbors driveways, or exceeding the space count.
Persistent on-street parking that congests the block can trigger complaints. San Antonio issues written warnings for first offenses and fines of 250 to 1,000 dollars for subsequent violations; three substantiated parking complaints in 12 months can lead to permit revocation. Several historic neighborhoods near downtown operate under residential parking permit programs where STR guests must display a temporary permit. RVs, boats, and trailers parked at STRs face additional restrictions under San Antonio Chapter 19.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can STR guests park on the street in San Antonio?
What if my STR only has 2 parking spots but can sleep 8?
Sources & Official References
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