Short-Term Rental Regulations in Colorado
State Overview
Colorado does not preempt local STR regulation. The state imposes a 4% State Sales Tax on Lodging in addition to any local taxes. Cities in Colorado
| City | Permit | Tax Rate | Day Limit | Primary Res. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen | ✓ Required | 17.35% | 120 days–unlimited (varies by permit type) | Varies | → |
| Boulder | ✓ Required | 12.835% | No annual cap · per-stay limit | Required | → |
| Breckenridge | ✓ Required | 12.275% | No annual cap · per-stay limit | No | → |
| Colorado Springs | ✓ Required | 10.20% | No limit | Varies | → |
| Crested Butte | ✓ Required | 7.9% | 90 days–unlimited (varies by permit type) | Varies | → |
| Denver | ✓ Required | 13.65% | No annual cap · per-stay limit | Required | → |
| Durango | ✓ Required | 14.65% | No annual cap · per-stay limit | No | → |
| Estes Park | ✓ Required | 14.2% | No limit | No | → |
| Steamboat Springs | ✓ Required | 18.4% | No annual cap · per-stay limit | No | → |
| Telluride | ✓ Required | 17.22% | 29 days–unlimited (varies by permit type) | No | → |
| Vail | ✓ Required | 10.8% | No limit | No | → |
| Winter Park | ✓ Required | 13.2% | No limit | No | → |
Colorado's STR Landscape
Colorado does not have a uniform STR framework, leaving regulation to individual municipalities. The state imposes a 4% State Sales Tax on Lodging in addition to local taxes.
Regulation varies significantly across cities. Some cities (Aspen, Boulder, Colorado Springs, Crested Butte, Denver) require primary residence, while others (Breckenridge, Durango, Estes Park, Steamboat Springs, Telluride, Vail, Winter Park) allow non-owner-occupied rentals. Tax rates vary from 7.9% to 18.4%.
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