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Alamo Heights
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Alamo Heights, Texas. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

What you need to do in Alamo Heights

From the linked source
  1. To confirm
    Check that short-term rentals are allowed at your address

    The record has no finding on whether Alamo Heights allows short-term rentals. Ask the planning or zoning office before you list.

  2. To confirm
    Check whether you need a license or permit

    The record does not say whether Alamo Heights requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 0% Bexar County occupancy tax yourself

    The record says booking platforms do not collect it, so you add it to every booking, platform and direct, and pay it to the authority.

  4. To do
    File monthly returns

    The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).

Verify each step with the authority before you file or apply. Source

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What to know.

The published guide for Alamo Heights lists 0% county occupancy tax. The state table lists a 6% Texas state hotel occupancy tax in addition. Local hotel occupancy taxes may apply in addition to the state rate. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

County tax
0%
State tax
6%
Total for a direct booking
6%
License
Not available
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

Exemptions, penalties, filing information, and effective dates from the linked sources.

Alamo Heights: Recorded remittance instructions

NONE-REPORTED; existence check found no city HOT or STR ordinance evidence

Source: comptroller.texas.gov: hotel reporting

Bexar County: Recorded remittance instructions

collected by City of San Antonio Finance Dept on behalf of county; monthly, due even if zero revenue; Nov 2025 voters approved increase to 2% for stadium projects - confirm effective date

Source: bexar.org: community venues

Bexar County: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly.

Bexar County: County tax applicability

The county tax is shown separately from municipal tax.

Platform tax collection guidance for Alamo Heights

Collection is shown separately for each booking channel. Direct-booking taxes are paid by the host.

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
VrboPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
Booking.comPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
DirectYou collect and remitYou collect and remit

Platform collects means the platform pays that tax. You collect and remit means you pay it. Collection details unavailable identifies a missing answer for that channel. Filing duties are listed separately.

Your next steps

  • Find permit information

    Permit requirements are not available in this guide. The linked authority provides application information.

  • Collection of the 0% county tax

    You collect and remit this tax using the linked filing instructions.

  • File your tax returns

    File monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Bexar County occupancy tax0%
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Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%
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Licensing recordNot available
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Alamo Heights STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Alamo Heights occupancy taxes?

You collect and remit this tax for Airbnb and direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Alamo Heights?

The licensing requirement for Alamo Heights is not available. Check state and local license or registration rules before listing.

What happens if I don't file?

Penalties and interest depend on the tax and authority. Check the applicable rules and contact the authority about any missed filings or payments.

How often do I file?

File monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).