Indianapolis STRs subject to a total tax rate of 17%: 7% Indiana state sales tax + 10% Marion County innkeeper's tax. Operators must register with Indiana Dept. of Revenue for a Retail Merchant Certificate. Platforms like Airbnb collect taxes automatically; Vrbo hosts self-remit.
Marion County imposes a 10% innkeeper's tax on all short-term accommodations under 30 days, the highest county innkeeper's tax rate in Indiana authorized under IC §6-9. This rate applies throughout Marion County including the excluded cities of Beech Grove, Lawrence, Speedway, and Southport. Revenue supports the Indiana Convention Center and tourism infrastructure. Major platforms auto-collect. Direct-booking hosts must register with the Marion County Treasurer.
Non-remittance: back taxes plus 10% penalty plus interest. County audit authority. Criminal charges for willful evasion.
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Marion County, IN
Indianapolis/Marion County allows gas and electric leaf blowers. No model-specific ban. Operation subject to Code of Ordinances Chapter 391 noise limits and ...
Marion County, IN
Marion County requires vehicles parked in driveways not to block sidewalks. Parking on unpaved surfaces may be prohibited. Driveway modifications need permits.
Marion County, IN
Commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR may not park in front yard areas between the facade of a residential dwelling and the right-of-way, unless for activ...
Marion County, IN
Vehicles with GVWR over 10,000 lbs (including large RVs) may not be parked in front yard setback areas between the house and the right-of-way in residential ...
Marion County, IN
Abandoned vehicles in Indianapolis governed by state law IC §9-22 and local Code Ch. 611. A vehicle left on public property without being moved for 3 days is...
Marion County, IN
Indianapolis generally allows overnight on-street parking except in designated zones or during declared snow emergencies. No citywide overnight ban exists. S...
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