New Jersey's Hotel and Motel Occupancy Tax (N.J.S.A. 54:32D-1) applies to short-term rentals. Jersey City also imposes a local hotel tax. Platforms like Airbnb collect and remit these taxes automatically. Permit fees are $250 initial and $200 annual renewal.
New Jersey imposes a 5% state hotel/motel occupancy tax under N.J.S.A. 54:32D-1 on all transient rentals, including STRs. Jersey City imposes an additional local hotel tax. Major platforms including Airbnb and VRBO collect and remit these taxes on behalf of hosts. STR permit fees are $250 for the initial application and $200 annually. A separate Zoning application fee applies. Hosts must also carry $500,000 in general liability insurance. The Division of Housing Preservation enforces compliance.
Failure to collect/remit required taxes: state and local tax penalties. Operating without permit while collecting fees: permit denial and fines.
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