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Houston Short-Term Rental Association (HouSTRA)
The Houston Short-Term Rental Association is a local chapter of TXSTRA focused on the City of Houston and surrounding communities. HouSTRA represents hosts, property managers, owners, and allied partners. We advocate for clear, enforceable, and reasonable rules; promote responsible operations; and partner with neighbors, city staff, and elected officials to keep Houston a welcoming destination.
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Texas Senate Examines Hotel Occupancy Tax Collection and Accountability
The Texas Senate Committee on Economic Development took up Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) collection, reporting, and use during its September 22 interim hearing, with short-term rental tax collection becoming an important part of the discussion. The hearing was part of the...
TXSTRA September Community Update: Advocacy, Regulation and What’s Ahead
TXSTRA’s September Community Update brought members together to discuss the latest developments affecting short-term rentals across Texas, upcoming advocacy efforts, and ways operators can become more engaged in shaping the industry's future.Members can watch the...
Pricing for Profit Webinar Recap: What Texas STR Operators Should Know About Demand and Pricing
What does the data say about where Texas short-term rental demand is headed—and how should operators adjust their pricing strategy? In TXSTRA's August education webinar, Niki Turner of PriceLabs shared a data-driven look at Texas STR performance, booking behavior,...
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HOUSTON SHORT-TERM RENTAL REGULATIONS
Houston’s short-term rental ordinance requires owners and/or operators to register their STR units with the city for a fee of $275 per property. Registration applications will gather information such as the owner’s and operator’s names and a 24-hour emergency contact to respond to emergencies.
Registrants must report any changes to their listing details within 15 days and complete annual training on how to identify and report human trafficking.
Operators have 180 days to comply with the regulations. The law applies to over 8,500 short-term rentals within the city limits.