Amarillo requires a short-term rental permit from the Planning Department and caps occupancy at 2 guests per bedroom plus 2 additional guests. A hotel occupancy tax of 15% applies to all rentals.
Under Amarillo Zoning Ordinance Chapter 4-10, short-term rentals must obtain a Planning Department permit before operating. Occupancy is capped at 2 guests per bedroom plus 2 additional guests (e.g., 6 guests maximum in a 2-bedroom unit). Hosts must register with Localgov and file monthly Hotel Occupancy Tax returns (7% city HOT + 6% state HOT + 2% venue district = 15% total). A new permit costs $200; annual renewal is $100. Property inspections are required. Permit number must appear in all listings.
Operating without a permit or exceeding occupancy limits may result in permit revocation, fines, and code enforcement action by the Planning Department.
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