Short-term rental permit rules in Denver County, CO — also called Airbnb permits, vacation rental licenses, or STR registration — list the application steps, fees, and operating requirements for hosting.
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.
Under Denver's STR ordinance, any rental of fewer than 30 consecutive days requires a city STR business license. The property must be the owner's or tenant's primary residence — full-time, year-round. Tenants must also obtain written landlord permission. Multiple rooms can only be rented to the same party simultaneously. Required documentation includes proof of primary residence (driver's license, voter registration, or utility bill), a floor plan showing safety equipment locations, and a Lodger's Tax account number. License number must appear on all listings.
Fines start at $150 for first offense and increase with subsequent violations. Operating without a license can result in license revocation and criminal charges.
Denver County, CO
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