Dallas vs New York City
Texas Restricted | New York Effectively Banned
Disclaimer: General information only — not legal advice. Verify with your local government.
| Requirement | Dallas, Texas | New York City, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Legality Status | Restricted | Effectively Banned |
| Permit Fee | $285 registration fee | $145 registration fee (OSE) |
| Tax Rate | 13% Hotel Occupancy Tax (7% city + 6% state) | 5.875% hotel room occupancy tax + state/city sales tax |
| Annual Day Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Renewal Interval | Annual | Every 2 years |
| Platform Remits Taxes | No — host must remit | Yes |
| Max Fine Example | $500–$2,000/violation | $5,000 first offense; up to $7,500 for subsequent violations |
| Verdict | Dallas has more favorable STR regulations overall. | |
Dallas, Texas
Status Restricted
Permit Fee $285 registration fee
Tax Rate 13% Hotel Occupancy Tax (7% city + 6% state)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual
Platform Tax No
Max Fine $500–$2,000/violation
New York City, New York
Status Effectively Banned
Permit Fee $145 registration fee (OSE)
Tax Rate 5.875% hotel room occupancy tax + state/city sales tax
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Every 2 years
Platform Tax Yes
Max Fine $5,000 first offense; up to $7,500 for subsequent violations
Dallas has more favorable STR regulations overall.
Dallas Overview
Dallas banned non-owner-occupied STRs in residential single-family zoning districts effective April 2023. Owner-occupied or 'hosted' stays and multifamily/commercial zoning remain allowed with registration.
Full Dallas guide →New York City Overview
Local Law 18 (2023) requires hosts to register with OSE, be present during stays, and limits guests to 2. Entire-apartment rentals under 30 days are effectively banned. Only hosted stays with the owner present are permitted.
Full New York City guide →Frequently Asked Questions
Is it easier to Airbnb in Dallas or New York City?
Dallas is classified as "Restricted" while New York City is "Effectively Banned." Dallas's permit fee is $285 registration fee compared to $145 registration fee (OSE) in New York City.
Which city has higher STR taxes — Dallas or New York City?
Dallas charges 13% Hotel Occupancy Tax (7% city + 6% state), while New York City charges 5.875% hotel room occupancy tax + state/city sales tax. Compare the full breakdown in the table above.
Which city has stricter fines for illegal short-term rentals?
Dallas: $500–$2,000/violation. New York City: $5,000 first offense; up to $7,500 for subsequent violations.