Taxes & Fees: North Las Vegas vs Paradise
How do taxes & fees rules compare between North Las Vegas, NV and Paradise, NV?
North Las Vegas and Paradise have similar restriction levels.
North Las Vegas, NV
Clark County
North Las Vegas STR operators pay an annual business license fee of about 900 dollars (highest in the valley) plus a 13 percent transient lodging tax collected from guests and remitted monthly to the city.
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Clark County
Clark County STRs must collect combined transient lodging tax of roughly 13.38% plus Live Entertainment Tax where applicable. License fees run about 1,000 to 1,500 dollars per year.
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| Fact | North Las Vegas | Paradise |
|---|---|---|
| Annual License Fee | About 900 dollars | - |
| Transient Tax | 13 percent TLT | - |
| Filing Frequency | Monthly remittance | - |
| State Fee | NRS 76 business license | - |
| Authority | Ord. 3127, Title 5 | NRS 244.335, Title 4 |
| Combined TLT | - | ~13.38% |
| Covers | - | Rent plus fees |
| Filing | - | Monthly, zero returns required |
| License Fee | - | ~1,000 to 1,500 dollars per year |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
North Las Vegas FAQ
How much does a North Las Vegas STR license cost?
The annual city business license fee is approximately 900 dollars, plus Conditional Use Permit application fees. Operators also remit 13 percent transient lodging tax on each booking.
Does Airbnb collect all my NLV taxes for me?
Airbnb may collect some county taxes automatically, but North Las Vegas operators remain responsible for ensuring the full 13 percent transient lodging tax is remitted monthly to the city.
Paradise FAQ
What is the lodging tax rate for Airbnb in unincorporated Clark County?
The combined Transient Lodging Tax is approximately 13.38% in most unincorporated areas. It applies to rent plus cleaning and resort fees. Airbnb typically collects and remits on behalf of hosts but the host remains legally responsible for compliance.
Do I need to file tax returns in months with no bookings?
Yes. Once registered for the Clark County Transient Lodging Tax, you must file a monthly return even if gross receipts are zero. Failure to file carries penalties and can trigger license suspension.
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