Nantucket

Nantucket requires all short-term rental operators to register annually with the Health Department for a $250 fee. The regulations emphasize safety and accountability, mandating a 24/7 local contact and $1 million in liability insurance. Unlike many resort areas, Nantucket does not currently have a primary residency requirement or a cap on rental nights, but it does impose a high cumulative tax rate of 17.45%.

In Plain English

To host an Airbnb in Nantucket, you must register your property with the Town Health Department every year for a $250 fee. You'll need to provide proof of ownership, have a local contact who can get to the property within an hour 24/7, and show you have at least $1 million in liability insurance. Once approved, you must post your registration certificate in the unit and add the registration number to your online listings. Be aware that Nantucket has a very high lodging tax of 17.45%, which platforms like Airbnb should handle, but you are still responsible for being registered with the state.

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