Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Jasper County, TX

Short-term rentals are treated as 'lodging' under the City of Jasper code. Operators must register with the finance director, collect and remit a 7% city hotel/motel occupancy tax, and maintain all receipts and related records for a minimum of four years.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Jasper County. 1) Register with the finance director using the city’s lodging provider registration form immediately upon starting business. 2) Obtain a certificate of authority from the finance director to collect the 7% hotel/motel tax. 3) File monthly tax returns by the 20th of each month and maintain all financial records for at least four years.

1) Register with the finance director using the city’s lodging provider registration form immediately upon starting business. 2) Obtain a certificate of authority from the finance director to collect the 7% hotel/motel tax. 3) File monthly tax returns by the 20th of each month and maintain all financial records for at least four years.