TEXAS SHORT-TERM RENTAL (STR) CERTIFICATION
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ALL ANSWERS VERIFIED
(NEWEST)
1. What does STR stand for? Short-Term Rental
2. What is a short-term rental in Texas? A residential property rented for
periods of less than 30 consecutive days
3. Are STRs legal throughout Texas? Yes, but local regulations vary by
city and county
4. What is the primary governing body for STR regulations? Local
municipalities and the Texas State Legislature
5. Can HOAs restrict STRs in Texas? Yes, if restrictions are in their
governing documents
6. What is considered a "host" in STR terminology? The property owner
or person legally responsible for the rental
7. What is an STR platform? A website or app that connects hosts with
guests (e.g., Airbnb, Vrbo)
8. What is occupancy rate in STR business? The percentage of available
nights that are booked
9. What is a turnover in STR context? The process of cleaning and
preparing the property between guests
10.What is dynamic pricing? Adjusting rental rates based on demand,
seasonality, and local events
11.What is minimum night stay? The smallest number of consecutive
nights a guest must book
12.What does ADR stand for? Average Daily Rate
13.What is RevPAR? Revenue Per Available Room - a key performance
metric
, 14.What is a booking window? The time between when a reservation is
made and the check-in date
15.What is instant booking? Allowing guests to book without host
approval
16.What is a cleaning fee? A one-time charge to cover cleaning costs
between guests
17.What is a security deposit? Money held to cover potential damages
during a stay
18.What is check-in time? The earliest time guests can access the property
19.What is check-out time? The time by which guests must vacate the
property
20.What is a house manual? A guide for guests with property information
and house rules
21.What is a co-host? Someone who helps manage the property on behalf
of the owner
22.What is property management software? Digital tools to manage
bookings, communications, and operations
23.What is a channel manager? Software that syncs listings across
multiple booking platforms
24.What is direct booking? When guests book directly with the host,
bypassing platforms
25.What is a cancellation policy? Rules governing refunds when guests
cancel reservations
26.What is pet-friendly accommodation? Properties that allow guests to
bring pets
27.What is amenity? A feature or service that adds comfort or convenience
28.What is curb appeal? The attractiveness of a property from the street
view
29.What is guest screening? The process of evaluating potential guests
before approval
30.What is a vacation rental? Another term for short-term rental property
Section 2: Texas STR Laws and Regulations (Questions 31-60)
, 31.Does Texas have a statewide STR law? Texas has some statewide
provisions, but regulation is primarily local
32.Can Texas cities ban STRs completely? Cities can regulate but
generally cannot impose outright bans after recent legislation
33.What is HB 2221? Texas legislation addressing STR regulations and
local authority
34.Do you need a license to operate an STR in Texas? Depends on the
city; many require registration or permits
35.What is required for STR registration in most Texas cities?
Application, fees, proof of ownership, and compliance with safety codes
36.Are there occupancy limits for STRs in Texas? Yes, typically based on
square footage or number of bedrooms
37.Can you rent out a room in your primary residence as an STR? Yes,
this is often called "home sharing" and may have different rules
38.What is Type 1 vs Type 2 STR? Type 1: Host present; Type 2: Entire
property rental (classifications vary by city)
39.Do STRs need business licenses in Texas? In many cities, yes
40.Are there parking requirements for STRs? Many cities require
designated parking spaces
41.Can you operate an STR in a residential zone? Depends on local
zoning ordinances
42.What are common zoning restrictions? Minimum distance between
STRs, density caps, or zone-specific prohibitions
43.Do you need liability insurance for STRs? Highly recommended and
sometimes required by local ordinance
44.What is the difference between commercial and residential STR
designation? Tax implications, zoning compliance, and regulatory
requirements
45.Are there noise ordinances affecting STRs? Yes, most cities have noise
regulations that apply to STRs
46.What is a good neighbor policy? Guidelines ensuring STRs don't
negatively impact neighborhoods
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ALL ANSWERS VERIFIED
(NEWEST)
1. What does STR stand for? Short-Term Rental
2. What is a short-term rental in Texas? A residential property rented for
periods of less than 30 consecutive days
3. Are STRs legal throughout Texas? Yes, but local regulations vary by
city and county
4. What is the primary governing body for STR regulations? Local
municipalities and the Texas State Legislature
5. Can HOAs restrict STRs in Texas? Yes, if restrictions are in their
governing documents
6. What is considered a "host" in STR terminology? The property owner
or person legally responsible for the rental
7. What is an STR platform? A website or app that connects hosts with
guests (e.g., Airbnb, Vrbo)
8. What is occupancy rate in STR business? The percentage of available
nights that are booked
9. What is a turnover in STR context? The process of cleaning and
preparing the property between guests
10.What is dynamic pricing? Adjusting rental rates based on demand,
seasonality, and local events
11.What is minimum night stay? The smallest number of consecutive
nights a guest must book
12.What does ADR stand for? Average Daily Rate
13.What is RevPAR? Revenue Per Available Room - a key performance
metric
, 14.What is a booking window? The time between when a reservation is
made and the check-in date
15.What is instant booking? Allowing guests to book without host
approval
16.What is a cleaning fee? A one-time charge to cover cleaning costs
between guests
17.What is a security deposit? Money held to cover potential damages
during a stay
18.What is check-in time? The earliest time guests can access the property
19.What is check-out time? The time by which guests must vacate the
property
20.What is a house manual? A guide for guests with property information
and house rules
21.What is a co-host? Someone who helps manage the property on behalf
of the owner
22.What is property management software? Digital tools to manage
bookings, communications, and operations
23.What is a channel manager? Software that syncs listings across
multiple booking platforms
24.What is direct booking? When guests book directly with the host,
bypassing platforms
25.What is a cancellation policy? Rules governing refunds when guests
cancel reservations
26.What is pet-friendly accommodation? Properties that allow guests to
bring pets
27.What is amenity? A feature or service that adds comfort or convenience
28.What is curb appeal? The attractiveness of a property from the street
view
29.What is guest screening? The process of evaluating potential guests
before approval
30.What is a vacation rental? Another term for short-term rental property
Section 2: Texas STR Laws and Regulations (Questions 31-60)
, 31.Does Texas have a statewide STR law? Texas has some statewide
provisions, but regulation is primarily local
32.Can Texas cities ban STRs completely? Cities can regulate but
generally cannot impose outright bans after recent legislation
33.What is HB 2221? Texas legislation addressing STR regulations and
local authority
34.Do you need a license to operate an STR in Texas? Depends on the
city; many require registration or permits
35.What is required for STR registration in most Texas cities?
Application, fees, proof of ownership, and compliance with safety codes
36.Are there occupancy limits for STRs in Texas? Yes, typically based on
square footage or number of bedrooms
37.Can you rent out a room in your primary residence as an STR? Yes,
this is often called "home sharing" and may have different rules
38.What is Type 1 vs Type 2 STR? Type 1: Host present; Type 2: Entire
property rental (classifications vary by city)
39.Do STRs need business licenses in Texas? In many cities, yes
40.Are there parking requirements for STRs? Many cities require
designated parking spaces
41.Can you operate an STR in a residential zone? Depends on local
zoning ordinances
42.What are common zoning restrictions? Minimum distance between
STRs, density caps, or zone-specific prohibitions
43.Do you need liability insurance for STRs? Highly recommended and
sometimes required by local ordinance
44.What is the difference between commercial and residential STR
designation? Tax implications, zoning compliance, and regulatory
requirements
45.Are there noise ordinances affecting STRs? Yes, most cities have noise
regulations that apply to STRs
46.What is a good neighbor policy? Guidelines ensuring STRs don't
negatively impact neighborhoods
