Taxes & Fees: Mesquite vs Richardson
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Mesquite, TX and Richardson, TX?
Mesquite and Richardson have similar restriction levels.
Mesquite, TX
Dallas County
STRs in Mesquite must collect Texas state hotel tax (6%) plus the Mesquite municipal hotel occupancy tax (7%), totaling roughly 13% on stays under 30 days.
View full Mesquite rules →Richardson, TX
Dallas County
Short-term rentals in Richardson are subject to the Texas state hotel occupancy tax of 6% and the City of Richardson hotel occupancy tax. Richardson levies a 7% local hotel occupancy tax under Ch. 12 of the Code of Ordinances.
View full Richardson rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Mesquite | Richardson |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Local HOT Rate | - | 7% |
| State HOT Rate | - | 6% |
| Combined Rate | - | 13% |
| Authority | - | TX Tax Code Ch. 351; Richardson Code Ch. 12 |
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Mesquite FAQ
Does Airbnb collect Mesquite hotel tax for me?
Airbnb generally collects Texas state HOT, but not always the city portion. Verify in your dashboard and remit any gap.
Are stays of 30+ days taxable?
No, stays of 30 consecutive days or more to the same guest are exempt from hotel occupancy tax under state and city law.
Richardson FAQ
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Richardson?
Richardson levies a 7% local hotel occupancy tax plus the 6% state tax, for a combined 13% on stays of less than 30 consecutive days.
Do Airbnb hosts need to collect hotel tax?
Yes. All short-term rental operators must collect and remit both state and local hotel occupancy taxes.
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