STRs in all Suffolk County cities are subject to the Massachusetts state room occupancy excise (5.7% under MGL c. 64G) plus each city's local option tax (up to 6%). DOR Short-Term Rental Registry required statewide; $50 state fee.
Massachusetts imposes a 5.7% statewide room occupancy excise on STRs under 31 days. Each municipality may impose a local option tax up to 6% (6.5% for Boston). No county-level tax exists. Major platforms collect and remit automatically. State requires $1M liability insurance per stay. This taxes fees rule under Suffolk County's short term rentals ordinances applies to unincorporated areas of Suffolk County. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Suffolk County code enforcement directly or consult the official Massachusetts municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
DOR enforces tax compliance. Failure to collect or remit results in back taxes, interest, and penalties.
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