Alabama § 45-10-243 - Lodging Tax Levied.
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§ 45-10-243. Lodging Tax Levied.
In Cherokee County, in addition to all other taxes imposed by law, there is levied a privilege or license tax in the amount herein prescribed against every person within the county engaging in the business of renting or furnishing a room or rooms, lodgings, or accommodations, to a transient in a hotel, motel, inn, condominium, house, tourist court, or accommodations provided by any bed and breakfast establishment or another place in which rooms, lodgings, or accommodations are regularly furnished to transients for a consideration. The amount of the tax shall be equal to five percent of the charge for the rooms, lodgings, or accommodations, including the charge for use of rental or personal property and services furnished in the room or rooms.
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What does Code of Alabama § 45-10-243 cover?
Section 45-10-243 ("Lodging Tax Levied.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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