Haltom City, TX Short-Term Rentals: Registration Rules (2026)

As of early 2026 Haltom City has not adopted a standalone STR registration or permit program, so operators do not file a specific land-use permit with Planning. However, several registrations are still required. First, every STR operator must apply for a Texas Hotel Occupancy Tax permit through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (use the state AP-102 application or online portal) before accepting paid reservations under 30 days. The permit is free. Second, operators must register with Haltom City Finance for local hotel occupancy tax collection under Tax Code Chapter 351. The city may require a brief application with owner contact, property address, and platform information. Third, Tarrant County requires registration for the 2 percent county venue tax. Texas Tax Code Section 156.001 requires operators to display their state HOT permit number in the dwelling, though many operators include it in house rules or digital welcome guides. Best practices include providing a 24/7 local contact name and phone number so neighbors and code enforcement can reach a responsible party. Some operators file a voluntary registration form with Haltom City Police and Fire to document the property as an STR in case of emergency response. If Haltom City adopts a formal STR ordinance in the future, current operators will likely be grandfathered but required to register within a specified window. Operators should monitor the City Council agenda at haltomcitytx.com for pending ordinance changes.