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Short-Term Rental Rules Apply Inside Waco City Limits

In Waco, renting a home for fewer than 30 days needs a city short-term-rental license. Some kinds of rentals and some zones also need a special permit. The city checks basic life safety. It may accept a recent certificate of occupancy instead of an inspection in a few cases.

A Waco license lasts two years. Owners must also keep records for hotel taxes due to the city and McLennan County. A public map shows registered rentals. Check the zoning and current steps before listing a home. Rules outside Waco may differ.

Content last revised 2026-07-11

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