Vermont H0695 approves amendments to the Town of Bennington's charter to allow a local option tax on short-term rentals.

Vermont H0695 approves amendments to the Town of Bennington's charter to allow a local option tax on non-owner-occupied short-term rentals. The bill authorizes the Select Board to assess a one-percent tax on such rentals, subject to voter approval. The amendments were approved by voters on March 4, 2025, and the act takes effect upon passage.

Vermont H0695 approves amendments to the Town of Bennington's charter to allow a local option tax on short-term rentals.

Vermont H0695 approves amendments to the Town of Bennington's charter to allow a local option tax on non-owner-occupied short-term rentals. The bill authorizes the Select Board to assess a one-percent tax on such rentals, subject to voter approval. The amendments were approved by voters on March 4, 2025, and the act takes effect upon passage.