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Transient Occupancy Tax

This tax is imposed on the occupancy of space or use of furnishings or other services or accommodations in a hotel, motel, or any other structure intended for occupancy by transients for dwelling, lodging, or sleeping purposes for a period of 30 consecutive calendar days or less.


Transient occupancy tax rate
The transient occupancy tax rate is 3.0% of the total amount charged for occupancy of space including the use of furnishings.  This tax is assessed above and beyond the 1.75% transaction privilege tax.  (Note: The Transaction Privilege Tax rate increased from 1.5% to 1.75% effective 07/01/2006)

Occupancy for over 30 days
The transient occupancy tax only applies to lodging furnished to transients. A transient is a person who obtains lodging for not more than 30 consecutive days.

In cases where the transient stays for more than 30 consecutive days, the transient occupancy tax is due on the first 30 days only. The transaction privilege tax (1.75%) is due regardless of the length of stay.

Go to Hotels & Motels for information about the privilege license tax on hotels & motels.