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RI H7657
RI H7657Distinguishes residential and commercial short-term rental properties for tax purposes.
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Introduced
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
In Committee
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would differentiate between owner-occupied and non-owner-occupied short-term rentals for tax purposes. To that end, short-term rental properties that are listed as the owner’s primary residence in the short-term rental registry would be considered residential properties for tax purposes. Conversely, short-term rental properties that are not listed as the owner’s primary residence in the short-term rental registry would be considered commercial properties for tax purposes. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill distinguishes between owner-occupied and non-owner-occupied short-term rentals for tax purposes by amending existing laws related to tourism and development. Specifically, it defines "primary residence" as a property where the owner lives for at least seven months a year and is registered to vote, and "short-term rental" as a rental not exceeding thirty nights. Properties registered as a short-term rental that are also the owner's primary residence will be classified as residential real estate for tax purposes, while those that are not the owner's primary residence will be classified as commercial property. The bill also updates registration requirements for short-term rentals listed on hosting platforms, requiring owners to provide their primary residence information, and mandates that these classifications take effect upon the bill's passage.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing (on 02/11/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7657.pdf |
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