Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Highlands Ranch, CO

STRs are defined as leases for less than 30 consecutive days. While allowed in most unincorporated areas, they are prohibited in Planned Development (PD) districts unless the specific PD allows them; Highlands Ranch is a PD that does not specifically allow STRs.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Highlands Ranch. Submit a Short-Term Rental License Application to Zoning Compliance with required documents (parking plan, life-safety affidavit, renter signage). Pay the $500 initial review fee and $130 license fee upon approval; renew annually for $270 plus the license fee.

Submit a Short-Term Rental License Application to Zoning Compliance with required documents (parking plan, life-safety affidavit, renter signage). Pay the $500 initial review fee and $130 license fee upon approval; renew annually for $270 plus the license fee.