Lakewood requires rental housing certificates of approval and mercantile licenses with associated fees. NJ sales tax of 6.625% applies to transient accommodations under 90 days. Municipalities may impose up to 3% occupancy tax under N.J.S.A. 40:48F-1.
Rental property operators in Lakewood must obtain certificates of approval and/or mercantile licenses, which carry associated application and inspection fees. At the state level, NJ sales tax of 6.625% applies to all transient accommodations under 90 days. Municipalities may impose an additional occupancy tax of up to 3% under N.J.S.A. 40:48F-1. Contact the Lakewood Code Enforcement office for current fee schedules.
Operating without proper licensing is a violation with daily penalties.
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