Smithville, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Bastrop County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $150.00Tax: 13.75%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
$150.00License Cost
13.75%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT13.75%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Smithville, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Smithville, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150.00). A lodging/occupancy tax of 13.75% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Smithville, Texas?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Smithville, Texas.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Smithville?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $150.00.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Smithville?

Short-term rentals in Smithville are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 13.75%.

Where do these Smithville short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Smithville's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Smithville, Bastrop County, or Texas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.