Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Clear Creek County, CO

Airbnb listings are allowed in Clear Creek County, CO, but with restrictions. STRs are restricted by a 4.5% cap on non-primary/absentee permits in unincorporated areas. Three license types exist: Standard (Non-Primary), Primary Resident - Seasonal (limited to 120 rental days/year), and Primary Resident - Occupied (requires 9+ months of residency). STRs are defined as rentals for less than 30 consecutive days, and certain structures like ADUs may be excluded from specific license types. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

STRs are restricted by a 4.5% cap on non-primary/absentee permits in unincorporated areas. Three license types exist: Standard (Non-Primary), Primary Resident - Seasonal (limited to 120 rental days/year), and Primary Resident - Occupied (requires 9+ months of residency). STRs are defined as rentals for less than 30 consecutive days, and certain structures like ADUs may be excluded from specific license types.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Clear Creek County. 1. Submit an application via the County’s online portal with required documents, including proof of water/sewer compliance and insurance. 2. Complete a building safety self-certification and pass an inspection by the Chief Building Official. 3. Pay the applicable fees according to the STR Fee Schedule; licenses must be renewed annually.

1. Submit an application via the County’s online portal with required documents, including proof of water/sewer compliance and insurance. 2. Complete a building safety self-certification and pass an inspection by the Chief Building Official. 3. Pay the applicable fees according to the STR Fee Schedule; licenses must be renewed annually.

Vrbo is permitted in Clear Creek County, CO under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Clear Creek County are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Clear Creek County. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.