Golf
GolfThe following are subject to business and occupation (B&O) tax under the Retailing classification, and the seller must collect retail sales tax:
- Amounts charged to play golf, or any variant in which either a golf club or golf ball is used, such as miniature golf.
- Golf driving range.
- Golf simulators.
- Golf cart rentals.
- Golf cart fees.
- Amounts paid by participants of competitive golf events to the golf facility operator.
- Amounts paid by the organizer of competitive golf events to the golf facility operator, if such amounts vary based on the number of event participants.
Non-retail sales
The following are subject to B&O tax under the Service and Other Activities classification:
- Charges for golf lessons that are stated separately from the green fees/golf facility charges.
- Fees charged to participate in or conduct competitive golf events or tournaments.
More information
RCW 82.04.050 Sale at retail, retail sale.
WAC 458-20-183 Recreational services and activities.