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A 422

Specifies the occupancy tax in the village of Catskill shall only apply to hotels and motels

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Tague

A 422 - Specifying Occupancy Tax in Catskill OverviewBill Number: A 422 Title: Specifies the occupancy tax in the village of Catskill shall only apply to hotels and motelsStatus:

SUBSTITUTED BY S816
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Bill Summary · A 422

A 422 - Specifying Occupancy Tax in Catskill

Overview

Bill Number: A 422
Title: Specifies the occupancy tax in the village of Catskill shall only apply to hotels and motels
Status: SUBSTITUTED BY S816
Introduced: January 08, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The purpose of this bill is to amend the existing occupancy tax law in the village of Catskill, New York. The current law imposes an occupancy tax on a broad range of lodging establishments, including hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and vacation rentals. This bill seeks to narrow the scope of the occupancy tax to apply only to hotels and motels, excluding other types of short-term rental properties.

Key Provisions

  • Limits the occupancy tax to only apply to hotels and motels within the village of Catskill
  • Exempts other types of short-term rental properties, such as bed and breakfasts, vacation rentals, and Airbnb-style accommodations, from the occupancy tax
  • Maintains the current tax rate and structure for the occupancy tax on hotels and motels

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Hotels and motels in Catskill will continue to be subject to the occupancy tax, which may impact their pricing and competitiveness
  • Owners of other short-term rental properties, such as vacation rentals and bed and breakfasts, will no longer be required to collect the occupancy tax from their guests
  • Visitors to Catskill may see a difference in the total cost of their accommodations, depending on whether they stay at a hotel/motel or an exempt short-term rental property

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill has been introduced in the New York State Assembly and has been SUBSTITUTED BY S816, a companion bill in the State Senate. The legislative process is ongoing, and the bill must pass both chambers of the state legislature and be signed by the governor to become law. If enacted, the changes to the occupancy tax would take effect immediately upon the law's effective date.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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