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Pasco County Tourist Development Tax Information

Original title: Tourist Development Tax - Transient Rentals | Mike Fasano | Official Site

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What this does

Property owners offering short-term rentals in Pasco County must now a 5% directly to the County Tax Collector, a change from previous state-level administration.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Short-term rental property owners in Pasco County

They are required to register, collect, and remit the 5% tourist development tax to the Pasco County Tax Collector.

What changed

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What's next

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Summary

This document outlines the administration and recent rate changes for the Pasco County on short-term rentals. It provides instructions for property owners on how to register, report, and taxes to the Pasco County Tax Collector.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tourist development tax rate in Pasco County?
The rate is 5%, effective for rental stays as of June 1, 2022.
How do I pay my tourist development taxes?
Taxes must be reported and ted to the Pasco Tax Collector online through the Tourist Express system or by mail.
What should I do if I stop renting my property?
You must complete a 'Request to Close Account' form to avoid potential penalties and interest.

Why It Matters

Property owners offering short-term rentals in Pasco County must now a 5% directly to the County Tax Collector, a change from previous state-level administration.

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Centralization of Tax Collection

The county moved from state-level tax administration (Florida Department of Revenue) to local administration (Pasco Tax Collector) in 2019.

Connected Entities

personMike FasanoPasco County Tax CollectorMap →
organizationPasco County Tax CollectorAgency responsible for collecting and administering the taxMap →
organizationFlorida Department of RevenueFormer administrator of the taxMap →
organizationPasco County Board of County CommissionersGoverning body that adopted ordinances regarding the taxMap →

Sources

Open source document

www.pascotaxes.com

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