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Short-Term Rentals

El Paso Has Rules on Short-Term Rentals and Backyard Events

The City of El Paso restricts renting out residential pools and backyards for events, and has rules that may affect Airbnb-style hosting.

El Paso County Rules & Licenses

Thinking about renting your home or backyard for short stays or parties? El Paso city rules apply inside city limits. The city enforces rules against renting out residential pools and backyards for events. Violations can result in fines and code enforcement action under city zoning ordinances.

Texas does not set short-term rental rules at the state level. Each city sets its own rules. What is allowed can vary by neighborhood zoning too. If your property is outside city limits in unincorporated county land, city rules do not apply. But there are no county short-term rental rules either. Always check with the City of El Paso's Planning and Inspections division before you list a property anywhere.

Source to confirm: City of El Paso — Short-Term Rental Ordinance Feedback

More El Paso County notes

Property Tax Basics

Who Appraises Your Home for Taxes in El Paso County

The El Paso Central Appraisal District sets the value on your property, and that value drives what you owe in property taxes.

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Homestead Exemption

How to Lower Your Tax Bill with a Homestead Exemption

If your home is your primary residence, you can apply for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value of your property.

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Appraisal Cap

Your Appraised Value Can Only Rise 10% Per Year with a Homestead

Texas law limits how fast a homestead property's taxable value can grow each year, which protects owners in fast-rising markets.

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Unincorporated County

Living Outside City Limits in El Paso County Means No Zoning

If your property is in unincorporated El Paso County — outside any city — there are no county zoning rules and the county cannot issue building permits.

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