In this article, HarborBlue Vacations Rentals breaks down the regulations and taxes for Brewster, Massachusetts.
Bottom line is that Brewster will have a new framework for regulating short-term rentals in 2027, including a $300 per unit annual fee, higher than most towns except for Dennis, Wellfleet and Provincetown.
Brewster, 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 or fewer during the year, no tax is due.
Brewster, MA Short-Term Rental Regulations (final report 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 Brewster (online process pending)
- Occupancy tied to health standards
- Required safety information postings
- Annual reporting and inspection requirements
Are you overwhelmed navigating the complex landscape for taxes and compliance on the Cape? Partner with HarborBlue Vacation Rentals for seamless 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.