Larimer County, CO Short-Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Standard STR
- 10 or fewer guests, one party
- Hosted STR (small)
- 1-10 guests
- Hosted STR (large)
- 11-16 guests
- Bed & Breakfast Inn
- 20 or fewer guests
- Advertising
- Must list approved occupancy
Summary
A standard Larimer County short-term rental accommodates 10 or fewer guests who are part of one party. Hosted STRs run 1-10 (small) or 11-16 (large) guests, and a Bed & Breakfast Inn is limited to 20 or fewer guests. The approved occupant count must be advertised.
A short-term rental accommodates 10 or fewer guests who are part of one party.
Full Breakdown
Larimer County's Land Use Code sets occupancy by rental type. A regular (unhosted) short-term rental serves up to 10 guests forming a single party. A hosted short-term rental, where a resident lives on-site, is classed small (1-10 guests) or large (11-16 guests). A Bed & Breakfast Inn tops out at 20 guests. The maximum approved occupancy is fixed during the approval and life-safety inspection based on the dwelling, and every advertisement must state the approved number of occupants so renters and neighbors know the cap.
Violations & Fines
Exceeding the approved occupant count is a code violation that can trigger enforcement, escalating fines up to $1,000 per day, and license revocation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many guests can a standard STR hold?
Is occupancy set by bedroom count?
Sources & Official References
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