Short-term stays in Clay County owe Missouri's 4.225% state sales tax plus local sales taxes. Cities may add a transient guest tax under RSMo 67.1000. Platforms collect state tax; local taxes may need separate registration.
Missouri applies its 4.225% state sales tax to transient accommodations rented for under 30 days, and Clay County and city local sales taxes stack on top. Under RSMo 67.1000, a city or county may also levy a voter-approved transient guest tax of up to five percent per occupied room per night to fund a convention and visitors bureau. Kansas City levies among the highest combined lodging taxes in the state on its Northland rentals. Airbnb and Vrbo collect and remit Missouri sales tax automatically; hosts booking directly, and any separate local transient guest tax, must register with the Missouri Department of Revenue and the city.
Failure to collect or remit lodging taxes brings back taxes plus penalties and interest from the Missouri Department of Revenue. Direct-booking hosts must register and file returns themselves.
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Clay County, MO
Clay County requires pool barriers meeting safety codes to prevent drowning. Fences must be at least 4 to 5 feet tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
Clay County, MO
Clay County requires permits for retaining walls above a certain height, typically 4 feet. Engineering review may be required for taller walls.
Clay County, MO
Clay County restricts or prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife including deer, coyotes, and bears. Feeding wildlife creates public safety hazards and nui...
Clay County, MO
Clay County restricts ownership of exotic and wild animals. Many species require special permits or are prohibited entirely for public safety.
Clay County, MO
Unincorporated Clay County does not regulate holiday lights, inflatables, or yard displays on private property, and Missouri has no state law on them. No cou...
Clay County, MO
Garage-sale signs are allowed on your own property in unincorporated Clay County as temporary signs under Land Development Code Sec. 151-12.8, with size and ...
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