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Dripping Springs
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Dripping Springs

Checked against the source
  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Dripping Springs

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

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

    STR permit required (Nov 2021 ordinance); city inspection before permit issuance and renewal

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 7% Dripping Springs 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 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.

The published guide for Dripping Springs 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.

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.

Dripping Springs: Recorded exemptions

Tax is not imposed on permanent residents (guests who stay 30 consecutive days or more); other exemptions require a completed Texas Hotel Occupancy Tax Exemption Certificate (Form 12-302) attached to the report (Quarterly Report instructions; city HOT page).

Dripping Springs: Recorded penalties and interest

Late penalty is 5% of the tax for 1-30 days late and 10% for 31 or more days late; interest at 10% per annum applies beginning 60 days after the due date; a 1% discount may be withheld for on-time payment with no outstanding delinquent reports (Quarterly Report instructions).

Dripping Springs: Recorded effective date

2003-10-01

Dripping Springs: Recorded remittance instructions

Reservation platforms, including Airbnb and Vrbo, do not remit City HOT. Hosts self-remit City HOT quarterly. Reports and payments are due 20 days after quarter-end; zero-tax reports are required.

Dripping Springs: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Quarterly.

Source for these notes: drippingspringstx.gov: hotel occupancy taxes

Platform tax collection guidance for Dripping Springs

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 for the required license or registration with the licensing office before you list.

  • Collection of the 7% local 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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Dripping Springs 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.

Dripping Springs STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Dripping Springs occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Dripping Springs?

A license or registration is required.

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.