Stafford charges short-term rental operators a $250 non-refundable annual registration fee through its rental property licensing program, in addition to any state hotel occupancy tax obligations.
Stafford's Chapter 14 rental registration program imposes a flat $250 non-refundable fee on every covered rental dwelling each year. The fee accompanies the registration application, funds the mandatory inspection, and supports compliance enforcement. The fee is owed even if the property is vacant during portions of the year, and the city does not prorate the charge for partial-year operation. Short-term rental hosts also remain responsible for state hotel occupancy taxes on stays under 30 days, which are administered separately by the Texas Comptroller, not the City of Stafford.
Failure to submit the $250 fee with the annual application, attempting to operate before payment is processed, or skipping renewal can lead to citations, late charges, and loss of permit privileges.
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