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Plainview
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Plainview

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  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Plainview

    The record lists no ban. Zoning and HOA rules for your address still apply.

  2. To do
    Get the Plainview short-term rental license or registration

    Fee: Annual STR permit $100 + HOT collection (effective 2025-01-01). Term: Annual.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 7% Plainview 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 confirm
    Find out how often you file and when returns are due

    The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Plainview lists 7% local 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. A license or registration is required. Fee: Annual STR permit $100 + HOT collection (effective 2025-01-01). Term: Annual.

At a glance.

Local tax
7%
State tax
6%
Total for a direct booking
13%
License
Required
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

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

Plainview: Recorded penalties and interest

A 5% penalty of the tax due applies if the report is filed or the tax paid after the due date (minimum $1.00); 6% per annum interest applies to tax unpaid 61 days or longer after the due date (Room Occupancy Tax Report instructions, citing Code Art. 11, Secs. 23-26 and 23-27).

Plainview: Recorded remittance instructions

direct to city (Building Permits & Inspections 806-296-1100); hale county seat; permit non-transferable on sale

Source for these notes: plainviewtx.org: applications forms

Platform tax collection guidance for Plainview

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

  • Get the required license or registration

    Apply before you list. Fee: Annual STR permit $100 + HOT collection (effective 2025-01-01). Term: Annual.

  • Collection of the 7% local tax

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

  • File your tax returns

    Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

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Plainview occupancy tax7%
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Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Plainview STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Plainview occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Plainview?

A license or registration is required. Fee: Annual STR permit $100 + HOT collection (effective 2025-01-01). Term: Annual.

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?

Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.