Step 1
Obtain South Dakota Tax License
Register with the South Dakota Department of Revenue to obtain a sales tax license for lodging.
1-2 weeksFree
Documents needed
- SSN or FEIN
- Business Name
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The City of Brookings requires all short-term rentals to obtain an annual permit, comply with specific residential standards, and remit state and local lodging taxes.
To operate an Airbnb or VRBO in Brookings, you must apply for a Short-Term Rental Permit through the Community Development Department and pass a life-safety inspection. You are required to have a South Dakota tax license to collect the 9% total tax on stays, and you must provide at least one off-street parking space per bedroom.
Step-by-step guide for Brookings
Register with the South Dakota Department of Revenue to obtain a sales tax license for lodging.
Fill out the Short-Term Rental Permit application and submit it to the Community Development Department.
A city official will inspect the property to ensure it meets fire and building safety codes.
Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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