Rhode Island DOR Announces Sales Tax on Short-Term Parking

The Rhode Island Department of Revenue issued a notice announcing that effective Oct. 1, the 7 percent state sales tax will apply to short-term parking services, defined as any parking space occupied for less than one month. Businesses providing these services must register for a permit, file monthly sales tax returns, and comply with electronic filing requirements if they meet certain criteria. [R.I. Dep’t of Revenue, Notice to All Short-term Parking Services Providers, 08/21/25]

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