Annapolis STRs owe 8% Anne Arundel County occupancy tax (increased July 1, 2023) plus 6% Maryland state sales tax. Total effective rate approximately 14%. Registration must include a Maryland sales tax license number.
Under Anne Arundel County Code §4-6-105, STR operators owe an 8% use or occupancy tax on rental revenue (the rate increased from 7% effective July 1, 2023). Maryland state sales and use tax at 6% also applies. Hosting platforms like Airbnb and VRBO collect and remit the state portion under Maryland SB 530 (2019). Hosts are responsible for ensuring county occupancy tax is remitted. Applications require a Maryland state sales and use tax license number. The occupancy tax portal is accessible through the Annapolis Citizen Self-Service portal.
Failure to collect/remit occupancy tax: back taxes plus interest and penalties under County Code §4-6-105.
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