Taxes & Fees: Fountain vs Manitou Springs
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Fountain, CO and Manitou Springs, CO?
Fountain and Manitou Springs have similar restriction levels.
Fountain, CO
El Paso County
STR stays under 30 days in Fountain are subject to Colorado state sales tax (2.9%), El Paso County lodging tax, and any applicable city sales tax. Marketplace platforms like Airbnb and VRBO collect and remit these taxes automatically.
View full Fountain rules →Manitou Springs, CO
El Paso County
STR stays in Manitou Springs are subject to Colorado state sales tax (2.9%), El Paso County lodging tax, and Manitou Springs city sales/lodging taxes. Marketplace platforms collect and remit automatically.
View full Manitou Springs rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Fountain | Manitou Springs |
|---|---|---|
| State Sales Tax | 2.9% on stays under 30 days | 2.9% on stays under 30 days |
| El Paso County Tax | Lodging/accommodations tax applies | Lodging/accommodations tax applies |
| Platform Remittance | Airbnb/VRBO collect automatically | Airbnb/VRBO collect and remit automatically |
| Direct Bookings | Register with CO Dept of Revenue | - |
| Finance Contact | Fountain City Hall: 719-322-2000 | - |
| City Tax | - | Manitou Springs city taxes also apply |
| Permit Fee Info | - | Planning Dept: 719-685-4398 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Fountain FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in Fountain?
STR stays under 30 days in Fountain are subject to Colorado state sales tax (2.9%), El Paso County lodging tax, and any applicable city sales tax. Marketplace platforms like Airbnb and VRBO collect and remit these taxes automatically.
How much is the short-term rental license fee in Fountain?
State Sales Tax: 2.9% on stays under 30 days. El Paso County Tax: Lodging/accommodations tax applies. Platform Remittance: Airbnb/VRBO collect automatically. Direct Bookings: Register with CO Dept of Revenue.
Manitou Springs FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in Manitou Springs?
STR stays in Manitou Springs are subject to Colorado state sales tax (2.9%), El Paso County lodging tax, and Manitou Springs city sales/lodging taxes. Marketplace platforms collect and remit automatically.
How much is the short-term rental license fee in Manitou Springs?
State Sales Tax: 2.9% on stays under 30 days. El Paso County Tax: Lodging/accommodations tax applies. City Tax: Manitou Springs city taxes also apply. Platform Remittance: Airbnb/VRBO collect and remit automatically.
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