Ord 2026-026 Amending Sections 34.805 and 78.103 of the San Marcos City Code and City's Fee Schedule to Establish Payment Processing Fees for Electronic Pyament of Short Term Rental Permit Fees and Hotel Occupancy Taxes.

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(2) Proof of possession of the premises being registered, either by warranty deed, or valid lease. (3) If the applicant does not own the property where the rental unit is located, the applicant must provide written documentation, signed by the property owner before a notary public, authorizing the registrant to operate a short term rental on the premises. (4) The zoning district classification of the property will be verified to determine the type. (5) A sketch or narrative describing the location of the available parking spaces as required by the Development Code. (6) A sketch of the floor plan,which identifies sleeping areas,proposed maximum number of guests, evacuation route(s), location of fire extinguisher(s). (7) The name, address and 24-hour telephone number(s) of a (Local responsible party), who is the owner, operator, or designated agent and who shall be responsible and authorized to respond to complaints concerning the use of the short term rental. (8) A list of all hosting sites used to advertise the short term rental. (9) Written confirmation from the City of San Marcos Finance Department showing proof of registration for Hotel Occupancy Tax. (10) A sworn,self-certification that the owner of the short term rental has met and will continue to comply with the standards and other requirements of this article including, but not limited to: maintenance of insurance coverage of the unit or portions thereof in accordance with this article and obtaining annual independent inspections of required fire extinguishers in compliance with the city's current fire code that is accurate and truthful under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Texas. (11) Signature or electronic signature by the registrant requiring the applicant to self- certify that the information on the application is accurate and truthful under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Texas. (12) The applicant is responsible to verify with their Home Owners Association (HOA)to ensure that short term rentals are allowed.