Short-term rental permit rules in Grand Prairie, TX — also called Airbnb permits, vacation rental licenses, or STR registration — list the application steps, fees, and operating requirements for hosting.
Grand Prairie requires a permit for all short-term rentals under Article IX of Chapter 29. The application fee is $480 (nonrefundable) with annual $480 renewals. A mandatory on-site inspection verifies safety compliance before the permit is issued. A local contact person must be available 24/7 and respond within one hour.
A short-term rental is defined as any residential dwelling leased for 1 to 30 consecutive days. Required documentation includes an application form, owner/operator details, local contact person information, site plan, dimensioned floor plan, fire extinguisher inspection report, proof of $1 million minimum liability insurance, and hotel occupancy tax compliance. Neighbors within 200 feet must be notified within 10 days of permit issuance. Permits are valid for one year.
Fines starting at $500 per day. Permit revocation for attempted transfer.
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