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Tulsa, OK Short-Term Rentals: Repeat Violator Strikes (2026)

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Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified August 2026

Key Facts

Strike threshold
3+ non-compliance instances in 12 months
Revoking authority
Mayor or authorized representative
Appeal window
10 days to City Council
State/federal violation
Allows immediate revocation
Criminal penalty
Up to $500 fine, 90 days jail

Summary

Tulsa can revoke a short-term rental license after three non-compliance instances within twelve consecutive months, covering violations of licensing, nuisance, zoning, or hotel tax rules.

A short-term rental license shall be subject to revocation by the duly authorized officer upon the occurrence during twelve consecutive months of three (3) or more instances of non-compliance by the operator or the short term rental with any ordinance or policy of the City of Tulsa, including, but not limited to, Tulsa Revised Ordinances Title 21 "Licenses" Chapter 26 "Short-Term Rental"; Title 24 "Nuisances", Title 42 "Zoning Code", and Title 44 "City of Tulsa Hotel Tax". The duly authorized officer shall mean the Mayor or the Mayor's authorized representative. The duly authorized officer shall give notice of each instance of non-compliance by personal service on or by mail to the Operator at the address given on the application or license.

Notwithstanding the above, the short-term rental license may be subject to immediate revocation if the short-term rental is operated in violation of the laws of the State of Oklahoma or in violation of any federal law or regulation.

The duly authorized officer shall give, by personal service or by mail to the operator at the address given on the application or license, notice of the revocation of the license. Such license shall stand revoked from the time of giving of the notice. The operator may appeal to the City Council from such decision within ten days after the giving of the notice, by filing a written notice of appeal with the City Clerk.

Source: Tulsa STR ProgramView official code

Full Breakdown

Tulsa Revised Ordinances Title 21, § 2605 lets the Mayor's designated officer revoke a short-term rental license once an operator or property racks up three or more non-compliance instances in any rolling twelve-month period. Instances can stem from the short-term rental chapter itself or from violations of Title 24 Nuisances, Title 42 Zoning Code, or Title 44 Hotel Tax. Each instance requires written notice by personal service or mail. Revocation takes effect immediately upon notice, though the operator can appeal to the City Council within ten days by filing a written notice with the City Clerk.

Violations & Fines

First offense fine up to $250; second and later offenses up to $500 and up to 90 days in City jail, with each day a separate offense; license revocation on the third strike.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many strikes before Tulsa revokes a short-term rental license?
Three or more non-compliance instances within any twelve consecutive months trigger revocation under Title 21, § 2605, whether the violations involve the short-term rental chapter, nuisances, zoning, or hotel tax.
Can a revoked operator appeal?
Yes. The operator has ten calendar days from the revocation notice to file a written appeal with the City Clerk, and the City Council holds a hearing at its next regular meeting.

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