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Duncanville, TX Rental Registration Rules (2026)

Yes. Duncanville requires both single-family and multi-family rentals to be registered with the city.

Last checked Nov 3, 2026.

The Rules
  • Single-family rentals in Duncanville must be registered with the city. Source · checked Sep 9, 2026
  • Multi-family rental properties in Duncanville must be registered with the city. Source · checked Sep 11, 2026
  • Multi-family properties in Duncanville need a city license. Source · checked Sep 11, 2026
  • Registration is also triggered when a rental becomes vacant or changes tenants. Source · checked Nov 1, 2026
  • Permit name: Residential Rental Certificate of Occupancy (RRCO) / Residential Rental Registration Program. Source · checked Nov 3, 2026
  • A certificate of occupancy is required for rentals in Duncanville. Source · checked Sep 1, 2026
  • Duncanville requires rental inspections. Source · checked Nov 3, 2026
  • Inspections: At initial registration; every 2 years; and whenever there is a change of tenants, whichever occurs first. Source · checked Nov 3, 2026
  • An inspection is also required when a rental becomes vacant or changes tenants. Source · checked Nov 1, 2026
  • Renewal: Annual registration; RRCO expires every 2 years or upon tenant change, whichever occurs first. Source · checked Nov 3, 2026
  • Application fee: $150. Source · checked Nov 3, 2026
  • Renewal fee: $150. Source · checked Nov 1, 2026
  • Applications are filed through the city's online portal. Source: Blue Atlas research team · checked May 31, 2026

City ordinance or program page · City registration portal

Cities change these rules. Before you rely on any line here, check the city's own ordinance or program page (linked beside each fact). This page is general information, not legal advice.

Questions
Do I have to register a rental property in Duncanville?

Yes. Duncanville requires both single-family and multi-family rentals to be registered with the city.

Does Duncanville inspect rental properties?

Yes. Duncanville requires rental inspections. Inspections: At initial registration; every 2 years; and whenever there is a change of tenants, whichever occurs first.

How much does rental registration cost in Duncanville?

In Duncanville, the application fee is $150 and the renewal fee is $150, according to the city's published source.

How Blue Atlas Handles This For Owners

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