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Denver, CO short-term-rental rules
Denver requires a short-term-rental business license to rent a property to guests for fewer than 29 consecutive nights, and the rental must be the host's primary residence.
What does Denver, CO require?
Denver requires a short-term-rental business license to rent a property to guests for fewer than 29 consecutive nights, and the rental must be the host's primary residence.
How much is the Denver permit fee?
$50 application fee plus a $100 annual license fee for an individual short-term-rental license.
How often do I renew?
Annual. Short-term-rental licenses are valid for one year and must be renewed on time to avoid fines.
Does it have to be my primary residence?
Yes. Denver limits short-term-rental licenses to the host's primary residence — the place where a person's habitation is fixed and is their usual place of return.
What else should I know?
- The license is issued by Denver's Department of Excise and Licenses.
- A separate lodger's tax license is also required.
Source: City and County of Denver — Short-term rental frequently asked questions. Verified as of July 4, 2026. Rules change, so confirm the current requirement with your city before you submit.
Denver, CO short-term-rental permit questions
- Do I need a permit to run a short-term rental in Denver, CO?
- Denver requires a short-term-rental business license to rent a property to guests for fewer than 29 consecutive nights, and the rental must be the host's primary residence.
- How much does a Denver short-term-rental permit cost?
- $50 application fee plus a $100 annual license fee for an individual short-term-rental license.
- How often do I renew my Denver short-term-rental registration?
- Annual. Short-term-rental licenses are valid for one year and must be renewed on time to avoid fines.
- Does my Denver short-term rental have to be my primary residence?
- Yes. Denver limits short-term-rental licenses to the host's primary residence — the place where a person's habitation is fixed and is their usual place of return.
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