Hotel Occupancy Tax

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Purpose


The hotel occupancy tax is used exclusively to promote tourism and the convention and hotel industry. This tax provides over $460,000 annually to the city with a portion of the rate also going to the state for the same purpose.

  • 7.0% - Local hotel tax rate
  • 6.0% - State of Texas hotel tax rate
  • 13.0% - Total hotel tax rate

Hotel Tax Ordinance


A summary of the hotel tax ordinance is available and includes information on the tax rate, who is required to collect, registration, reporting and records requirements, due dates and exemptions.


Hotel Tax Report


The hotel tax report and taxes are remitted quarterly and due on the last day of the month following the calendar quarter.


Registration


Hotel operators are required to register within 30 days after commencing business. The registration requirement applies to changes in ownership.


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