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Waco City Council Approves Short-Term Rental Ordinance, Matching Standards in Peer Texas Cities

The ordinance requires permits and occupancy caps for short-term rentals in Waco starting September 1, directly affecting property owners and neighbors in central neighborhoods.

By Waco Policy Desk · July 8, 2026 · 1 min read

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Waco City Council Approves 2026 Budget Amendment Redirecting Funds to Street Repairs

The July 7 vote moves $1.4 million from community grants to pavement work in three districts, changing service delivery for Waco households on the east and north sides.

By Waco Policy Desk · July 8, 2026 · 2 min read

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Waco City Council Approves Short-Term Rental Ordinance, Matching Standards in Peer Texas Cities

Waco City Council Approves 2026 Budget Amendment Redirecting Funds to Street Repairs

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