The registration is required as part of new short-term rental regulations adopted by Plano City Council in late April, which require registration starting Aug. 1. As part of the ordinances, new short-term rentals are limited almost exclusively to multifamily complexes and nonresidential zoning districts that allow for housing development.
Two-minute impact
Individuals needing to fill out an application can find it online and submit it by mail or email to the city. Short-term rental operators listing their properties on a short-term rental platform, such as Airbnb or Vrbo, prior to the adoption of a one-year interim ban can continue normal operations provided they register with the city.
As part of the application, a $300 nonrefundable fee must be paid to the city. Short-term rental operators can receive a $100 rebate for participation in a training program and having no nuisance or serious incidents within the previous 12 months.
Registration fees are payable to the city by check or credit card, according to the application.
The details
As part of the application, short-term rental operators must provide information, including:
- Proof of liability coverage worth at least $1 million
- Websites where the short-term rental will be listed
- Information about the property, property manager, property owner and designated contact who can respond to emergencies within an hour or reasonable time frame
- A floor plan, along with interior and exterior photographs for areas available for use in the rental
- A self-inspection report
Looking ahead
For more information about registering a short-term rental, visit the city’s website.
Individuals with short-term rentals or wanting to start a new short-term rental in eligible areas must do so by Aug. 1 to remain in compliance with city regulations.
