Worcester STR operators must collect the Massachusetts room excise tax of 5.7%, plus a local option tax up to 6%, and a community impact fee up to 3% on professionally managed units. Total tax can reach 14.7%.
Massachusetts imposes a 5.7% state room excise tax on short-term rentals under Chapter 64G. Cities may add a local option room excise up to 6%. A community impact fee of up to 3% may apply to professionally managed (non-owner-occupied) units. Worcester has adopted applicable local taxes. Operators must register with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and file Form STR-1 quarterly. Platforms like Airbnb collect and remit taxes in Massachusetts, but operators remain responsible for ensuring full compliance. The combined tax rate can reach 14.7% for professionally managed properties. Registration fees also apply through the city.
Failure to collect or remit taxes: penalties from Mass. DOR including back taxes, interest, and fines. Operating without tax registration is a violation.
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Worcester enforces quiet hours between 10 PM and 7 AM on weekdays and 11 PM to 7 AM on weekends under the city's Excessive and Unreasonable Noise ordinance. ...
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Worcester regulates construction noise under its noise ordinance. Construction activities generating excessive noise are restricted during quiet hours. Permi...
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Worcester addresses barking dogs under both the noise ordinance and animal control regulations. Dogs creating persistent noise that disturbs neighbors consti...
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MGL c. 90, §22C — abandoned vehicles on public ways tagged after 72 hours, may be towed. Worcester Police and DPW enforce. City also has an 'Unregistered Veh...
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Worcester regulates parking of recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers in residential areas. These vehicles should be stored on private property and are s...
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Worcester requires vehicles to be parked on approved hard surfaces. Driveway construction or modification requires permits. Vehicles may not be parked on fro...
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