How to Register Your Short Term Rental in Cynthiana
Step-by-Step Guide for Hosts
Why Register?
Registering your STR ensures:
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You’re fully compliant with local requirements
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You’re eligible to be featured on VisitCynthiana.com
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You receive tourism event updates & host resources
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You’re included in our STR Host Network
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You’re able to collect and remit transient tax correctly
This process is easy, quick, and supports our local tourism economy.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN — You Will Need
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Your name, business name, and contact info
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The property address
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Website address
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FEIN and ownership information (sole proprietor/partnership/etc)
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Date business started
That’s it — no inspection, no photos, no complex paperwork.
Step 1 — Download the Registration Page
Download here:
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If you need help finding the document, contact Sam directly at cynthianatourism@gmail.com
Step 2 — Fill Out the Short Registration Form
The form will ask for basic details outlined above.
This should take 3–5 minutes.
Step 3 — Learn What Taxes Apply
Harrison County charges a transient room tax on all short term rental stays.
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Airbnb may remit some taxes for you automatically, but usually doesn't. You will likely need to remit these taxes.
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VRBO may not. You will likely need to remit these taxes.
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Direct booking hosts must remit fully
Your registration confirms what applies to your rental.
If you’re unsure, we can walk you through it.
Step 4 — Receive Your Confirmation
Submit your form to Julie Northcutt at the Harrison County Courthouse. This can be done:
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In person
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Via mail at HARRISON COUNTY COURTHOUSE 111 SOUTH MAIN STREET, P.O. BOX 708 CYNTHIANA, KENTUCKY 41031
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Email at hctax@hcfcky.org.
Once your form is submitted you’ll receive:
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A confirmation email
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Your registration status
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Instructions for how/when to remit your transient tax
If something is missing, you’ll be contacted right away.
Step 5 — Submit Monthly or Quarterly Tax Forms
Depending on your booking volume, you’ll remit tax either:
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Monthly, or
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Quarterly
The form is simple and takes only a few minutes.
Step 6 — Enjoy Host Benefits
Once registered, you’re eligible for:
✨ Featured listing on cynthianatourism.com and City of Cynthiana Government page
✨ Tourism marketing spotlights
✨ Access to host workshops & resources
✨ Seasonal pricing + occupancy insights
✨ STR Host Network
✨ A “Verified Cynthiana Host” badge
✨ Priority listing during major events
Registration = visibility + support.
Need help? We're here.
Registration questions? Unsure what to list? Confused about tax collection?
Contact:
Sam Lunger
Director of Tourism
Cynthiana–Harrison County Tourism
We're happy to walk you through the process step-by-step- or even complete the form with you.