Florida Department of Revenue Reduces Sales Tax on Commercial Properties Effective June 1, 2024

• Florida Department of Revenue released Tax Information Publication 24A01-02 on April 8, 2024
• State sales tax on rent for commercial properties reduced from 4.5% to 2.0% effective June 1, 2024
• New tax rate applies to all rental payments for occupancy after June 1st
• Tax rate applies to commercial retail or offices, warehouses, self-storage units, and mini-warehouses
• Does not apply to residential properties or short-term residential rentals
• Commercial tenants still obligated to pay county tax on commercial rent
• County tax rates vary depending on the county where the property is located.

Source: deanmead.com

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