At Monday’s City Council work session, Council members received a briefing from City staff and legal counsel on Richardson’s short-term rental (STR) ordinance, which took effect in 2023. The update included information on public safety activity related to STRs and a set of proposed amendments intended to clarify and strengthen the ordinance.
The current ordinance requires STR owners to register with the City, pay an annual registration fee, designate a local responsible party, and provide certain information to guests. It also establishes procedures for fines and possible revocation of STR registrations for violations.
Staff presented proposed amendments to the ordinance, including changes to the process for revoking STR registration permits by establishing clear and specific criteria for when and why a registration certificate may be revoked. Following Council feedback, the proposed amendments are expected to be placed on an upcoming agenda for consideration and adoption.
Monday’s presentation: Video
