In this article, HarborBlue Vacations Rentals breaks down the regulations and taxes for Orleans, Massachusetts.
Bottom line is that Orleans has one of the least stringent set of requirements on the Cape with a 14.45% tax on short-term rentals, occupancy limits of two people per bedroom, and $0 registration with the town. Orleans has a much more lax approach than Dennis for example.
Orleans, MA Short-Term Rental Taxes – 14.45%
- Massachusetts State Sales Tax – 5.70%
- State Room Occupancy Tax – 6.00%
- Cape Cod and Islands Water Protection Fund – 2.75%
- Community Impact Fee – 0.00%
If apartment is rented for 14 days of fewer during the year, no tax is due.
Orleans, MA Short-Term Rental Regulations (law available here)
- Register through MA Tax Connect
- Obtain Certificate of Registration for properties
- Carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance
- Comply with Massachusetts lead paint law (or have exception signed by tenant)
- Register with town of Orleans online ($0 registration)
- Property compliance with the town of Dennis checklist
- Occupancy limit of two (2) persons per bedroom
- Trash removal required
Are you overwhelmed navigating the complex landscape for taxes and compliance on the Cape? Partner with HarborBlue Vacation Rentals for hassle-free short-term rental management.
Disclaimer: This post is for information purposes, may not be fully exhaustive, and does not constitute legal / tax advice. For any legal / tax advice, please contact a licensed attorney.