Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Larimer County, CO

STRs must maintain a 500-foot separation from other STRs and are limited to two occupants per bedroom plus two additional guests. In the Estes Valley, a cap of 266 registrations applies with a waitlist, and property managers must live within the recreation district to respond within one hour.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Larimer County. 1. Request a pre-application meeting with the On Call Planner to verify eligibility. 2. Apply for a 'Conversion to Short-Term Rental' building permit and pass a life safety survey inspection. 3. Once the Certificate of Occupancy is issued, Planning will process the operating license. Licenses must be renewed every two years for a $250 fee.

1. Request a pre-application meeting with the On Call Planner to verify eligibility. 2. Apply for a 'Conversion to Short-Term Rental' building permit and pass a life safety survey inspection. 3. Once the Certificate of Occupancy is issued, Planning will process the operating license. Licenses must be renewed every two years for a $250 fee.