In this article, HarborBlue Vacations Rentals breaks down the short-term rental regulations and taxes for Mashpee, Massachusetts.
Bottom line is that rentals are taxed at a 14.45% rate in Mashpee. The town limits occupancy to two people per bedroom, requires a local manager who can respond to emergencies within 24 hours, and mandates registration with the town.
Mashpee, 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.
Mashpee, 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 Mashpee online through Permit Eyes
- Annual inspections (first attempt is free, subsequent are $25)
- Have a local manager that can respond within 24 hours to emergencies
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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.