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Data is critical for informed decision-making and community transparency. The City of Galveston is collecting data about short-term rentals from several sources, including the Rentalscape software (Deckard), the Park Board and community feedback.
STR Ad Hoc Committee Presentation to City Council (Oct. 23, 2025)
Final Community Survey Results
STR Count as of October 1, 2025 (Source: Rentalscape)
STR Hotel Occupancy Tax Data (Source: City of Galveston and Park Board)
Galveston Hotel Occupancy Tax Distribution (Source: Park Board)
2025 STR Hotline Complaints
2024 STR Hotline Complaints