Texas State Hotel Occupancy Tax is 6%. Carrollton levies additional local HOT. Platforms auto-collect both. Total rates typically 11 to 15%.
Texas imposes a 6% State Hotel Occupancy Tax on all lodging under 30 days. Carrollton levies an additional city Hotel Occupancy Tax. Platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo) collect and remit both state and city HOT automatically. Direct bookings require registration with both the TX Comptroller (state) and city (local). Filing is quarterly. Texas has no state income tax, making HOT revenue significant for local tourism funding.
Non-remittance: 5 to 10% penalty + interest. TX Comptroller audit. Tax evasion: Class A misdemeanor.
Carrollton, TX
Effective Dec 2, 2025 (Ord. 4291 + 4297), Carrollton issues no new STR or bed-and-breakfast permits. Only certain existing properties may qualify for a Chapt...
Carrollton, TX
Carrollton STRs must comply with general noise ordinance. Many cities impose stricter quiet hours for rentals. Complaints can trigger permit review.
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