Jefferson County, CO Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Noise standard
- County Noise Abatement Policy
- State backstop
- CRS 25-12-103 dB limits
- Local Rep
- Within 30 minutes, 24 hours
- Neighbor notice
- Contact sent within 7 days
- Rep authority
- Can make STR decisions
Summary
Section 46 requires every short-term rental to comply with the Jefferson County Noise Abatement Policy. A 24-hour Local Representative must be reachable to respond to problems, including noise complaints from neighbors.
Compliance with the Jefferson County Noise Abatement Policy is required.
Full Breakdown
Beyond the STR-specific rules, an STR must operate in compliance with the Jefferson County Noise Abatement Policy and all applicable County and state law, including Colorado's maximum permissible noise levels under CRS 25-12-103 (residential zones limited to roughly 55 dBA daytime / 50 dBA nighttime). Section 46 backstops noise enforcement by requiring the owner to designate a Local Representative located no more than 30 minutes away, available 24 hours, with access and authority to make decisions. Neighbors receive the representative's contact information within seven days of license approval so complaints can be addressed quickly.
Violations & Fines
Noise violations are enforced through the County Noise Abatement Policy and Colorado law; repeated STR noncompliance can trigger the graduated STR fine schedule and license revocation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a dedicated STR noise curfew?
Who handles noise complaints?
Sources & Official References
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