Colorado Short-Term Rental Rules
Airbnb / VRBO licensing requirements, taxes, and restrictions.
Colorado State-Level Rules
| State Regulated | City/County Level Only |
|---|---|
| Occupancy Tax | State sales tax 2.9% + county/city lodging taxes. Denver total ~16%. |
| Airbnb Collects Tax | Yes — auto-remitted |
| Preemption | No state preemption. Mountain resort towns have strict STR caps. |
No statewide STR law. Denver, Boulder, Telluride, Aspen, and mountain resort communities have varying licensing requirements. Denver requires owner-occupancy and annual license.
Action Items
- Airbnb/VRBO collect and remit occupancy taxes automatically: State sales tax 2.9% + county/city lodging taxes. Denver total ~16%.
- No specific city data found. Check your city/county government website for STR regulations.
This tool provides legal information, not legal advice. Nothing on this site creates an attorney-client relationship. For advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed attorney in your state.