Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Evergreen, CO

Airbnb listings are allowed in Evergreen, CO, but with restrictions. STRs are allowed in single-family detached/attached, duplex, or ADU units with a 750-foot separation requirement between rentals. Occupancy is limited to two persons per bedroom (max 10), and a cap of 1% of dwelling units per Fire Protection District applies. One off-street parking space is required plus one per bedroom. 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 allowed in single-family detached/attached, duplex, or ADU units with a 750-foot separation requirement between rentals. Occupancy is limited to two persons per bedroom (max 10), and a cap of 1% of dwelling units per Fire Protection District applies. One off-street parking space is required plus one per bedroom.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Evergreen. 1. Access the Jefferson County Citizen Portal to start an online application. 2. Submit required documentation including the STR License Application and ensure compliance with safety equipment (smoke/CO alarms). 3. Pay applicable fees and await review by the Planning & Zoning Division.

1. Access the Jefferson County Citizen Portal to start an online application. 2. Submit required documentation including the STR License Application and ensure compliance with safety equipment (smoke/CO alarms). 3. Pay applicable fees and await review by the Planning & Zoning Division.

Vrbo is permitted in Evergreen, 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 Evergreen 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 Evergreen. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.