Texas Short-Term Rental Rules
Airbnb / VRBO licensing requirements, taxes, and restrictions.
Texas State-Level Rules
| State Regulated | City/County Level Only |
|---|---|
| Occupancy Tax | Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) — 6% state; cities add 7% (Austin, Houston). Total typically 15-17%. |
| Airbnb Collects Tax | Yes — auto-remitted |
| Preemption | HB 1554 (2023): cities cannot ban STRs but can regulate. Case law evolving. |
No statewide STR law. Texas has preempted cities from banning STRs outright in some circumstances, but Austin, San Antonio, and Houston have licensing requirements. HOA restrictions still apply.
Action Items
- Airbnb/VRBO collect and remit occupancy taxes automatically: Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) — 6% state; cities add 7% (Austin, Houston). Total typically 15-17%.
- No specific city data found. Check your city/county government website for STR regulations.
This tool provides legal information, not legal advice. Nothing on this site creates an attorney-client relationship. For advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed attorney in your state.