City Ban on Short-Term Rentals Swatted Down Again
A Dallas ordinance that would have eliminated nearly 95% of Dallas’ short-term rentals has once again by struck down by the courts. Texas’ 5th District Court of Appeals ruled late last month that an injunction on the ban previously issued by a lower court should remain standing while a broader legal challenge is being considered. The ruling was made after the city of Dallas appealed an order upholding the injunction earlier this year. The ordinance, which was originally set to go into effect in December 2023, has instead spent the last two years tied up in litigation. The two most recent rulings in the case suggest that, despite Dallas’ determination to get rid of most STRs, there may not be a legitimate legal argument to actually implement the policy. The Dallas Short-term Rental Alliance said the coalition is “pleased” with the court’s opinion and wants to return to the table with city leaders to craft a “fair and sensible” regulatory ordinance.
Dallas Observer (08/04/25) Emma Ruby
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