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Ocean City OKs 3% Tax on Some Short-Term Rentals

Ocean City OKs 3% Tax on Some Short-Term Rentals

By Vince Conti

OCEAN CITY – If you use an online service for your accommodations in America’s Greatest Family Resort – aka Ocean City – it is likely to cost you more than it used to: The City Council has approved a 3% occupancy tax on short-term rentals booked through online travel services like Airbnb.

The city calculates that the new tax could bring in $1.9 million in revenue.

Ashley Gillian

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Ashley Gillian is a contributing writer to the Herald and the owner of The Beehive Studio in Ocean City.

Vince Conti

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vconti@cmcherald.com

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Vince Conti is a reporter for the Cape May County Herald.

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