Meadowlakes
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Oct 2026

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

Rental restrictions are recorded in Meadowlakes

STRs reportedly prohibited by city/POA.

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Check published permit and tax guidance for Meadowlakes.

What you need to do in Meadowlakes

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Short-term rentals are restricted in Meadowlakes
STRs reportedly prohibited by city/POA.
To confirm
Check whether you need a license or permit
The record does not say whether Meadowlakes requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.
To do
Collect and remit the 5% Burnet 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.
To do
File quarterly returns
The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.

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

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What to know.

Rental restrictions are recorded for Meadowlakes. Check the rule's scope and exceptions before listing. STRs reportedly prohibited by city/POA. The published guide for Meadowlakes lists 5% 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: 5%
State tax: 6%
Total for a direct booking: 11%
License: Restricted
Local filing: You collect and remit

Other taxes or assessments may apply. Review tax context and confirm the full amount for your rental with the authority.

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What the recorded taxes cover

Recorded municipal occupancy tax: 0%

The municipality's record lists a zero rate. The recorded county levy is shown separately; this does not establish an exemption from county or state tax.

Tax details

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

Meadowlakes: Recorded remittance instructions

NONE-REPORTED baseline consistent with STR prohibition; verify with city before listing

Burnet County: Recorded exemptions

No county HOT on permanent residents (30+ consecutive days, Tax Code §352.002(c)/§156.101); US governmental entities (§156.103(a)) and persons described in §156.103(d) are exempt; state governmental entities pay but are entitled to a refund (§352.007).

Source: burnetcountytexas.org: burnet county hotel occupancy tax policy pdf

Burnet County: Recorded penalties and interest

5% penalty if postmarked after the due date; additional 5% if more than 31 days late; additional 10% if more than 60 days late (Burnet County HOT Report). Quarterly filing due Jan 31 / Apr 30 / Jul 31 / Oct 31; 1% collector rebate.

Burnet County: Recorded effective date

2004-04-01

Burnet County: Recorded remittance instructions

Burnet County Treasurer: quarterly report and payment due Jan 31, Apr 30, Jul 31 and Oct 31; operators may retain 1% of the tax they collect (Burnet County HOT regulation and HOT form)

Burnet County: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Quarterly.

Burnet County: County tax applicability

The county tax is shown separately from municipal tax.

Platform tax collection guidance for Meadowlakes

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 5% county tax
You collect and remit this tax using the linked filing instructions.
File your tax returns
File quarterly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.
Check the state tax requirements
Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

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Burnet County occupancy tax5%

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Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%

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Meadowlakes STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Meadowlakes occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Meadowlakes?

Rental restrictions apply in Meadowlakes. The eligibility notes below describe the applicable conditions and exceptions.

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 quarterly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.