HOT under the collar? P&Z tackles short-term rental discussion in Kyle

Regulating short-term rentals (STRs) in Kyle continued Feb. 27 as the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission continued an ongoing conversation on the topic.

P&Z commission members discussed the STR definition, history, potential issues, and possible regulations. One regulation discussed was the implementation of a Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT). The state of Texas charges STRs six percent of the price of a room, and the city of Kyle would be able to charge an additional one percent.

P&Z commissioners also felt regulations of noise, parking and safety issues might already be addressed in current city ordinances. The Kyle City Council originally addressed STRs in February due to neighbor complaints.