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Conroe
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Conroe

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

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

  3. To do
    Who collects the 7% Conroe occupancy tax depends on the booking channel

    Airbnb: collects it for you; Vrbo: you collect and remit; Booking.com: you collect and remit; Direct: you collect and remit. Where a channel's answer is not confirmed, check its tax settings.

  4. To do
    File monthly returns

    The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. File even when you owe nothing for the period (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 Conroe 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. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
7%
State tax
6%
Total for a direct booking
13%
License
Not available
Local filing
By booking channel
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Tax details

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

Conroe: Recorded remittance instructions

Localgov e-filing (www.localgov.org) · monthly; Airbnb collects Conroe 7% city HOT under agreement (per Airbnb TX help article); other platforms/direct bookings self-remit via Localgov; report due even if zero

Conroe: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly.

Source for these notes: cityofconroe.org: hotel occupancy tax

Platform tax collection guidance for Conroe

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

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsCheck
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% local tax

    Follow the channel breakdown above; you collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

  • File your tax returns

    File monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. File even when you owe nothing for the period (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
Conroe occupancy tax7%
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Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%
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Licensing recordNot available
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Conroe STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Conroe occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Conroe?

The licensing requirement for Conroe 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. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).