Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Cotuit, MA

Short-term rentals (stays under 31 days) must register annually with the Town Health Division under Chapter 170. Operators must also register with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR) and are subject to a combined tax rate of 14.45% (state, local, and water protection fund excises).

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Cotuit. 1) Register with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR) for room occupancy excise. 2) Submit a Rental Registration Application to the Town of Barnstable Health Division annually via the online permitting system. 3) Collect and remit the required 14.45% total excise tax to the DOR.

1) Register with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR) for room occupancy excise. 2) Submit a Rental Registration Application to the Town of Barnstable Health Division annually via the online permitting system. 3) Collect and remit the required 14.45% total excise tax to the DOR.