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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Delta County, CO

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-Term (Vacation) Rentals are defined as primary dwellings or accessory dwelling structures rented for less than thirty (30) consecutive days and are treated in the Land Use Code under ‘Rural Recreation and Hospitality’ (Up to 4 rentable rooms noted). Up to 4 rentable rooms/units are allowed by-right in the county’s land-use tables but operators must still comply with other required approvals (address assignment, OWTS/septic permits, county access permits, and applicable state plumbing/electrical permits). Site Plan Review is not required for Allowed uses, but other inspections/permits may be required as listed in the Code.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Complete and submit the Delta County ‘Vacation Application’ form (official Forms page lists a Vacation Application with a stated fee of $250). 2) Obtain required related permits/approvals: address assignment, OWTS/septic permit from county/environmental health, county access permit if new entrance, and any applicable state electrical/plumbing permits or safety inspections. 3) Pay application fee (Vacation Application fee shown $250) and comply with any required conditions identified during review; no separate Site Plan Review is required for Allowed (A) uses per the Code.

Official Resources

Official Delta County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Delta County, CO?
Short-Term (Vacation) Rentals are defined as primary dwellings or accessory dwelling structures rented for less than thirty (30) consecutive days and are treated in the Land Use Code under ‘Rural Recreation and Hospitality’ (Up to 4 rentable rooms noted). Up to 4 rentable rooms/units are allowed by-right in the county’s land-use tables but operators must still comply with other required approvals (address assignment, OWTS/septic permits, county access permits, and applicable state plumbing/electrical permits). Site Plan Review is not required for Allowed uses, but other inspections/permits may be required as listed in the Code.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Delta County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Delta County. 1) Complete and submit the Delta County ‘Vacation Application’ form (official Forms page lists a Vacation Application with a stated fee of $250). 2) Obtain required related permits/approvals: address assignment, OWTS/septic permit from county/environmental health, county access permit if new entrance, and any applicable state electrical/plumbing permits or safety inspections. 3) Pay application fee (Vacation Application fee shown $250) and comply with any required conditions identified during review; no separate Site Plan Review is required for Allowed (A) uses per the Code.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Delta County?
1) Complete and submit the Delta County ‘Vacation Application’ form (official Forms page lists a Vacation Application with a stated fee of $250). 2) Obtain required related permits/approvals: address assignment, OWTS/septic permit from county/environmental health, county access permit if new entrance, and any applicable state electrical/plumbing permits or safety inspections. 3) Pay application fee (Vacation Application fee shown $250) and comply with any required conditions identified during review; no separate Site Plan Review is required for Allowed (A) uses per the Code.

Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction