Short-Term Rentals in Adams County, CO (2026)

1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Adams County, Colorado.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Adams County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Taxes & Fees

Unincorporated Adams County allows a short-term rental only under a Short-Term Rental License from the Community & Economic Development Department, applied for at least thirty (30) days before any advertising or lease, expiring one (1) year after issuance or on transfer of title, with a Conditional Use Permit required instead for occupancy above twelve (12) people (DSR § 4-03-03-02-11). The county sets no lodging tax in that section; state sales tax applies to stays under thirty consecutive days under C.R.S. 39-26-104(1)(f) and 39-26-704(3).

Adams County Short-Term Rental License and Tax Rules

Heavy Restrictions

Adams County DSR § 4-03-03-02-11; C.R.S. §§ 39-26-104(1)(f), 39-26-704(3)

4-03-03-02-11 SHORT-TERM RENTAL ... Short-term rentals are only allowed by obtaining a valid license from the County, and conform to the following requirements: License. At least thirty (30) days prior to any advertising for or lease of a short-term rental property, the owner shall file a written application for a Short-Term Rental License with the Community & Economic Development Department. ....

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Short-Term Rentals by City in Adams County

1 cities in Adams County have their own short-term rentals rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

WestminsterPop. 116,317

3 verified rules • Occupancy Limits, Short-Term Rental Permits

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