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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Hinsdale County, CO

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals in Lake City are permitted only with a town STR unit permit; in residential zones (Residential-1, Rural Estate, Limited Multi-Family, Mobile Home Residential) STRs are treated as a special conditional use requiring a permit, while certain non-residential zones (Central Business District, General Business District, Tourist-1, Tourist-2) are treated as use-by-right. Required conditions include a designated responsible agent, posting of life-safety notices, a fire inspection, proof of Colorado sales tax license, minimum liability insurance coverage, detailed site parking and floor plans, and certified-mail notice to adjoining property owners.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit the Town of Lake City STR application with the $100 new-application fee and identify the permit type (Special Conditional Use for residential or Use-by-Right for non-residential). 2) Provide required documents: proof of ownership/ID, Colorado sales tax license, liability insurance (min $500,000), site parking/floor plans, fire inspection report (970-944-2653), and certified-mail receipts for neighbor notification. 3) Pay annual permit fees (ranging from $300-$600 for residential zones); permits expire annually and must be renewed in January.

Official Resources

Official Hinsdale County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Hinsdale County, CO?
Short-term rentals in Lake City are permitted only with a town STR unit permit; in residential zones (Residential-1, Rural Estate, Limited Multi-Family, Mobile Home Residential) STRs are treated as a special conditional use requiring a permit, while certain non-residential zones (Central Business District, General Business District, Tourist-1, Tourist-2) are treated as use-by-right. Required conditions include a designated responsible agent, posting of life-safety notices, a fire inspection, proof of Colorado sales tax license, minimum liability insurance coverage, detailed site parking and floor plans, and certified-mail notice to adjoining property owners.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Hinsdale County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Hinsdale County. 1) Submit the Town of Lake City STR application with the $100 new-application fee and identify the permit type (Special Conditional Use for residential or Use-by-Right for non-residential). 2) Provide required documents: proof of ownership/ID, Colorado sales tax license, liability insurance (min $500,000), site parking/floor plans, fire inspection report (970-944-2653), and certified-mail receipts for neighbor notification. 3) Pay annual permit fees (ranging from $300-$600 for residential zones); permits expire annually and must be renewed in January.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Hinsdale County?
1) Submit the Town of Lake City STR application with the $100 new-application fee and identify the permit type (Special Conditional Use for residential or Use-by-Right for non-residential). 2) Provide required documents: proof of ownership/ID, Colorado sales tax license, liability insurance (min $500,000), site parking/floor plans, fire inspection report (970-944-2653), and certified-mail receipts for neighbor notification. 3) Pay annual permit fees (ranging from $300-$600 for residential zones); permits expire annually and must be renewed in January.

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