Short-term rental permit rules in Littleton, CO — also called Airbnb permits, vacation rental licenses, or STR registration — list the application steps, fees, and operating requirements for hosting.
Littleton requires an STR license under Title 3, Chapter 23 (Ordinance No. 41, Series 2020) for any rental of 1-28 days. Primary STR licenses require the property to be the owner's primary residence. Non-primary STR licenses are grandfathered for existing holders; new non-primary licenses are not issued.
Under Littleton City Code Title 3, Chapter 23, all short-term rentals (1-28 days) require an active STR license. Primary STR licenses are available for properties where the owner maintains their primary residence. Non-primary (investment property) STR licenses may be renewed by existing holders, but new non-primary licenses are no longer issued — if a non-primary license is revoked or expires, it cannot be replaced. Applicants must verify ownership, comply with fire and building safety standards, and notify surrounding neighbors. Licenses must be renewed annually. The city enforces zoning restrictions to preserve residential neighborhood character.
Operating without a license: fines and enforcement action. Non-compliance with safety or licensing requirements: license revocation. Legal action by the city attorney is possible.
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