Every short-term rental in East Baton Rouge Parish must register with the City-Parish to remit sales, use, and occupancy taxes. Owner-occupied rentals register but need no permit; non-owner-occupied rentals must also obtain a $100 permit and provide a parking plan.
Registration ensures the operator is remitting the required taxes. Owners must register directly to remit sales, use, and occupancy taxes, or use a registered online platform (such as Airbnb) that collects on their behalf, and provide proof with their application. Owner-occupied rentals require proof of Homestead Exemption and an owner present during stays. Non-owner-occupied rentals additionally require a permit from the Permits and Inspections Division. Registration applications are processed by the City-Parish.
Operating without proper registration or a required permit exposes the owner to enforcement; three adjudicated violations in a calendar year end operation for one year.
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