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Short-term rentals in Richardson are allowed citywide but require mandatory annual registration and the collection of a 7% city hotel occupancy tax.
If you rent your property for 30 days or less, you must register with the city every year and pay a $75 fee. You are required to have a local emergency contact who can respond within one hour and you must post a 'Be a Good Neighbor' flyer inside your rental. Additionally, you must collect and pay a total of 13% in hotel occupancy taxes (7% to the City and 6% to the State).
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