Step 1
Check Eligibility
Verify your property is located within an approved zoning district and complies with the City of Brownsville's Unified Development Code.
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The City of Brownsville requires all short-term rental operators to obtain an annual permit and remit monthly hotel occupancy taxes as of November 2024.
If you rent your property for 30 days or less, you must register with the city and pay a $50 annual fee. You are required to maintain liability insurance, provide a 24/7 local contact, and meet basic safety standards like working smoke detectors and fire extinguishers.
Step-by-step guide for Brownsville
Verify your property is located within an approved zoning district and complies with the City of Brownsville's Unified Development Code.
Prepare required documents including a valid photo ID, proof of property ownership (deed) or lease agreement, a floor plan/site map, and proof of liability insurance.
Complete the online application via the Visit Brownsville portal and pay the non-refundable $50 permit fee.
Register with the Finance Department to collect and remit the 7% City Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) on a monthly basis.
Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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