Taxes›Texas›Harris County›Morgan's Point

Morgan's Point
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Oct 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Morgan's Point, Texas. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

What you need to do in Morgan's Point

Checked against the source

To confirm
Check that short-term rentals are allowed at your address
The record has no finding on whether Morgan's Point allows short-term rentals. Ask the planning or zoning office before you list.
To confirm
Check whether you need a license or permit
The record does not say whether Morgan's Point requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.
To do
Who collects the 2% Harris County occupancy tax depends on the booking channel
Airbnb: collects it for you; Vrbo: not confirmed; Booking.com: not confirmed; Direct: you collect and remit. Where a channel's answer is not confirmed, check its tax settings.
To do
File quarterly returns
Due by the 31st day (per the source).
Filing portal

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

Get a reminder before each quarterly Morgan's Point return is due

Save your rental and its filing dates for free. Starter and Pro email you before each saved date, and when a published rule change for Morgan's Point affects your rental.

Create a free account

What to know.

The published guide for Morgan's Point lists 2% 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: 2%
State tax: 6%
Total for a direct booking: 8%
License: Not available
Local filing: By booking channel

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

Source link unavailableSources & confidence How we research Report a problem with this page

See the detailed rental report

Create a free account Check my address

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.

Morgan's Point: Recorded remittance instructions

NONE-REPORTED; no local HOT found; do not confuse with Morgan's Point Resort (Bell County)

Harris 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: hctax.net: hotel

Harris County: Recorded penalties and interest

5% penalty if the report or tax payment is late; an additional 5% if not filed/paid before the 31st day after the due date; 10% per year interest beginning 60 days after the due date (TX Tax Code §352.004).

Harris County: Recorded filing portal

Open the filing portal (acthm.acttax.com: login)

Harris County: Recorded remittance instructions

both county HOT (Ch.352) and Houston Sports Authority venue (Ch.334) collected by Harris County Tax Office; quarterly (due month-end after quarter); online portal or mail PO Box 3547 Houston; NOTE some guides state 7% county rate in unincorporated areas (15% total) - county rate inside Houston is 2%

Harris County: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Quarterly.

Harris County: County tax applicability

The county tax is shown separately from municipal tax.

Platform tax collection guidance for Morgan's Point

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

PlatformStateLocal

AirbnbPlatform collectsPlatform collects

VrboPlatform collectsCheck

Booking.comPlatform collectsCheck

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 2% county tax
Follow the channel breakdown above; you collect and remit tax on direct bookings.
File your tax returns
File quarterly returns. Due by the 31st day (per the source).
Check the state tax requirements
Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

Sources & confidence

How we collect and check this information · Report a problem with this page

FigureValueSourceStatus

Harris County occupancy tax2%

Source

Source linked

Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%

Source

Source linked

Licensing recordNot available

Source link unavailable

No link

Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Morgan's Point STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Morgan's Point occupancy taxes?

Airbnb collects this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Morgan's Point?

The licensing requirement for Morgan's Point 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 quarterly returns. Due by the 31st day (per the source).