The City of Evanston and hospitality company Airbnb have finalized a tax agreement that will allow the company to collect and remit taxes on behalf of its Evanston hosts. Effective February 1, 2018, Airbnb will automatically collect and remit the Evanston Hotel/Motel and Vacation Rental Tax (7.5%) for taxable bookings, making the process seamless and easy for both Airbnb hosts and the City.
Guests in Evanston’s bnbs will pay the following taxes:
Questions regarding Airbnb can be directed to Lindsey Ott in Law Dept.
Visit the City's website for more information: https://www.cityofevanston.org/Home/Components/News/News/2767/249?arch=1&npage=35