6 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Denver County, Colorado.
Verified from official government sources
Denver requires a short-term rental license for any rental under 30 days. The property must be the host's primary residence. License is $25/year through Denver Excise and Licenses.
Denver STR operators must comply with DRMC Chapter 36 noise limits. Quiet hours 11 PM–7 AM apply to guests. Violations can jeopardize the STR license.
Denver STRs are subject to 10.75% Lodger's Tax plus standard sales tax on stays under 30 days. Hosts must register for a Lodger's Tax account before operating.
Denver STR guests must comply with all standard parking ordinances. Many residential areas have Residential Parking Permit (RPP) zones that restrict non-resident parking.
Denver STR occupancy capped at 2 adults per bedroom plus 2 additional adults (DRMC §33-46). Children under 12 do not count. Host must be physically present (primary residence requirement).
Denver STR license applicants must show proof of liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 OR hosting through a platform (Airbnb, Vrbo) that provides equivalent coverage per DRMC §33-45.
1 cities in Denver County have their own short-term rentals rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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