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Lake Placid and Essex County, NY: lodging tax and STR rules
Last checked Oct 26, 2026 from official sources. Not tax advice.
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Check my countyReserve a founding place| Lodging tax | Essex County 5% room occupancy tax on taxable rent including cleaning and other guest charges, plus New York State and local sales tax. |
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| Who collects | Airbnb voluntarily collects and remits Essex County occupancy tax for stays of 29 nights or fewer, but does not register you: hosts must still register each property with Essex County (and hold a NYS Certificate of Authority) and report direct bookings. Vrbo's collection here: confirm with the jurisdiction (we have not verified it). |
| Local | Town of North Elba / Village of Lake Placid short-term rental registration rules apply. |
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Sources
- Essex County Room Tax Return instructions (2026) (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- Essex County Occupancy Tax portal guide (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- North Elba / Lake Placid STR (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- Airbnb Help 2319 (New York) (checked Oct 26, 2026)
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