Portland, TX · San Patricio County
Short-Term Rental and Bed & Breakfast Application
Property owners apply for or renew a Portland permit to operate a short-term rental or bed and breakfast using this application.
What this form is
Use this application to request a new short-term rental or bed and breakfast permit, or to renew one annually by January 1. It asks for applicant and property details, application type, and applicable supporting documents, including ownership and insurance proof; renewal materials also include rental-night and Hotel Occupancy Tax information. The City requires an inspection before guests occupy the property and before permit renewal.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking a new or renewed Portland short-term rental or bed and breakfast permit need to complete the applicable sections and provide required documents.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Development Services Department, 601 Moore Avenue, Portland, Texas 78374. The form lists [email protected] and (361) 777-4550.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Short-Term Rental and Bed & Breakfast Application.
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Complete The Applicable Sections
Select new application or renewal, provide applicant and property information, and complete the applicable short-term rental or bed and breakfast sections.
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Gather Required Documents
Include the applicable ownership and insurance proofs, along with any required rental-night report and Hotel Occupancy Tax payment proof.
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Sign And Submit
Sign the application and submit it to the Development Services Department at 601 Moore Avenue, Portland, Texas 78374.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Short-Term Rental and Bed & Breakfast Application do?
- It lets property owners apply for or renew a City of Portland permit to operate a short-term rental or bed and breakfast.
- What documents does the application ask for?
- Depending on the application type, required documents include proof of ownership and insurance. Renewal materials include rental-night information and proof of Hotel Occupancy Tax payment.
- Do I need a notary for the Short-Term Rental and Bed & Breakfast Application?
- No. This application is signed and dated without a notary; it does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the Short-Term Rental and Bed & Breakfast Application?
- Submit it to the Development Services Department at 601 Moore Avenue, Portland, Texas 78374. The form also lists [email protected].
Need something notarized?
This Short-Term Rental and Bed & Breakfast Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.