Warren County Urges Local Short-term Rental Owners to Comply with Bed Tax Regulations

Warren County Treasurer Christine Norton is reminding owners of short-term rental properties to comply with local tax laws. These owners must register with the Treasurer’s Office and collect a 4% occupancy tax from their guests. This tax is applicable to hotels, motels, lodges, and short-term rentals like those on Airbnb or VRBO.

As of now, about 1,500 properties have registered and are following the tax rules. However, many properties still need to register. To address this, Warren County has hired a vendor to identify and contact these non-compliant owners.

The collected occupancy tax supports the local economy by funding tourism and enhancing the hospitality sector in Warren County. These funds are crucial for the county’s tourism promotion and economic development.

Treasurer Norton stresses the importance of all property owners complying with the tax laws. She appreciates those who have registered and urges others to fulfill their legal duties to avoid penalties, such as interest charges and fines.

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