Richmond vs Stafford

Do Airbnb hosts in Richmond, TX have to pay hotel tax?

Yes. Short-term rentals are subject to Richmond's local Hotel Occupancy Tax, the 6% Texas state HOT, and the Fort Bend County HOT for stays under 30 days.

Where do I remit Richmond hotel occupancy tax?

Operators register with and remit the city tax to the Richmond Finance Office at 281-342-5456. State HOT goes to the Texas Comptroller, and county HOT to Fort Bend County.

Is the $250 Stafford rental fee refundable if I stop renting?

No. The registration fee is non-refundable once submitted, even if the property goes off the market or fails inspection partway through the permit year.

Does Stafford charge its own short-term rental tax?

Stafford does not impose a separate municipal short-term rental tax beyond the $250 registration fee, but state hotel occupancy tax still applies to stays under 30 days through the Texas Comptroller.