Charleston STR operators must collect and remit a 2% Local Accommodations Tax and the state's 7% Accommodations Tax. A city business license fee also applies based on gross rental income.
Short-term rental operators in Charleston must collect the 2% Local Accommodations Tax under the city's accommodations ordinance and the 7% South Carolina Accommodations Tax. Operators must also obtain a city business license, with the license fee calculated based on gross rental income. Some platforms like Airbnb collect and remit state taxes automatically, but operators remain responsible for ensuring all taxes are paid. Quarterly reporting is required.
Failure to collect and remit taxes results in penalties, interest, and potential loss of the STR permit and business license.
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