STR stays under 30 days in Colorado Springs are subject to Colorado state sales tax (2.9%), El Paso County tax (1%), and City of Colorado Springs sales tax (3.07%). Hosting platforms like Airbnb and VRBO collect and remit these taxes automatically.
Marketplace facilitators (Airbnb, VRBO, Expedia) are required by Colorado law to collect and remit state, county, and city sales taxes on their own licenses. If you book directly without a marketplace, you must obtain a City Sales Tax License from the Colorado Springs Sales Tax Division (719-385-5903) and remit taxes yourself. The City permit fee of $124.95/year is separate from sales tax obligations. Short-term rental income may also be subject to state income tax reporting. A separate Sales Tax License (free) is needed for direct bookings.
Non-remittance: penalty + interest. Colorado DOR audit. Tax evasion: misdemeanor charges.
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