Research Report
An Occupancy Tax Increase? Haywood County already has a million dollars annually from existing tax
posted April 27, 2014 by Sarah Curry
Officials from Haywood County have proposed an increase in the county’s occupancy tax by 50 percent, which would disadvantage Haywood compared to surrounding counties with lower rates. Taxation is justified only for necessary purposes of government. Tourism promotion is not such a function and can best be served by the private sector.