El Paso, TX Short-Term Rental Information

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This page is for informational purposes only and is not the authority on local regulations. Please visit ElPasoTexas.gov for the complete and current regulatory information and compliance procedures to ensure your property is compliant.

CITY OF EL PASO

Currently, the City of El Paso does not have an ordinance specific to short-term rentals. However, short-term rental operators and guests are required to abide by nuisance ordinances that apply to all properties.

TEXAS 6% HOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX (HOT)

All short-term rental owners in Texas are subject to the state’s 6% Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT).

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Local STR Organization: El Paso Short Term Rental Alliance

Founded in 2023, the El Paso STRA believes in the power of collaboration and fostering strong relationships among short term rental (STR) owners, local residents, and businesses. We are committed to responsible hosting practices among our members, and we uphold high standards of professionalism, guest satisfaction, and community respect. We encourage our members to be good neighbors, maintain properties responsibly, and contribute to the overall well-being of our community.

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Statewide STR Organization: Texas Professional Vacation Rental Coalition (TPVRC)

Texas Professional Vacation Rental Coalition is committed to protecting the vacation rental industry, working with elected officials to educate them on the industry and to assist in the development of fair and enforceable regulations if they should arise.

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