OCEAN CITY — A law firm representing Airbnb alleges two members of City Council had conflicts of interest when they voted to approve a new tax on short-term rentals.

Airbnb challenges Ocean City’s new 3% occupancy tax

An official with Airbnb said Ocean City’s 3% tax on his and other businesses violates equal protection rights.

Split council approves new Airbnb tax in Ocean City

Those booking online rather than at a hotel or through a Realtor will pay 3% more next summer under an ordinance approved by Ocean City Council 4-3. Download PDF

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