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Kendleton
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Kendleton

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

    The record has no finding on whether Kendleton 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 Kendleton requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 7% Fort Bend 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

    Due by the 15th (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 Kendleton lists 7% 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
7%
State tax
6%
Total for a direct booking
13%
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.

Kendleton: Recorded remittance instructions

NONE-REPORTED; Fort Bend County HOT adopted eff 2024-10-01 may apply

Fort Bend 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: fortbendcountytx.gov: hotel occupancy tax

Fort Bend County: Recorded penalties and interest

5% penalty assessed on the first day late; additional 5% on the 31st day after the due date; 10% per year interest if not paid within 60 days (Fort Bend County HOT FAQ, per §352.004). Monthly filing due by the 15th; administered by Avenu (online filing was “coming soon”).

Fort Bend County: Recorded effective date

2024-10-01

Fort Bend County: Recorded remittance instructions

Fort Bend County: county HOT due monthly by the 15th for the preceding month; file online through Avenu at www.HotelTaxOnline.com (Fort Bend County Auditor)

Fort Bend County: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly.

Fort Bend County: County tax applicability

The county tax is shown separately from municipal tax.

Platform tax collection guidance for Kendleton

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 7% county tax

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

  • File your tax returns

    File monthly returns. Due by the 15th (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
Fort Bend County occupancy tax7%
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Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%
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Kendleton STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Kendleton occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Kendleton?

The licensing requirement for Kendleton 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. Due by the 15th (per the source).