What should Midland hosts know about short-term rental is defined as?

Short-term rental is defined as any stay less than 30 consecutive days.

What should Midland hosts know about a property is considered an?

A property is considered an STR business if 80% of its annual gross receipts come from short-term stays.

What are the key requirements for Midland hosts?

Registration must be performed through the third-party Granicus/Host Compliance portal.

What should Midland hosts know about city ordinance (no?

City ordinance (No. 10190) is primarily focused on tax compliance rather than land use restrictions.

Midland, TX Short-Term Rental Rules...

Eligibility3 rules

Midland does NOT require the property to be a primary residence. Investment properties are allowed.
Midland allows STRs in the following property types: Single Family, Condo, Apartment, Townhome.
Midland allows STRs in the following zones: Residential, Commercial.

Requirements9 rules

Midland STR warning: A property is considered an STR business if 80% of its annual gross receipts come from short-term stays.
Midland requires STR registration. Apply at: https://www.midlandtexas.gov/1029/Short-Term-Rental Renewal: annual. Reporting is required.
Midland County requires STR registration. Apply at: https://www.midland.tx.us/209/Hotel-Occupancy-Tax

Application process5 rules

Midland STR permit - Step 3: Collect and Remit Taxes. Collect a total of 14% in occupancy taxes and remit them quarterly to the respective city, county, and state agencies. Required documents: Quarterly gross revenue reports. Time: Ongoing.

Taxes3 rules

Texas charges a state-level Transient Occupancy Tax of 0.06%.
Midland County charges a Transient Occupancy Tax of 0.01%.
Midland charges a Transient Occupancy Tax of 0.07%.

Safety requirements1 rule

Midland requires the following safety measures for STRs: smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguisher, noise restrictions (Standard city noise ordinance applies).

Penalties1 rule

Midland enforces the following penalties for STR violations: First violation: Warning or fine per general penalty provisions. Subsequent violations: Fines up to $500 per day.

Exemptions1 rule

Midland exempts the following from STR regulations: long-term stays (30+ days), Stays of 30+ consecutive days are exempt from HOT taxes.

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