Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Lone Tree, CO

Airbnb listings are allowed in Lone Tree, CO, but with restrictions. New short-term rentals are prohibited. Existing permitted STRs must be a primary residence, limit occupancy to 2 adults per bedroom (max 8 total, excluding children under 5), ensure all guest parking is on-site (driveway or common lot), and display the city license number in all advertisements. 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.

New short-term rentals are prohibited. Existing permitted STRs must be a primary residence, limit occupancy to 2 adults per bedroom (max 8 total, excluding children under 5), ensure all guest parking is on-site (driveway or common lot), and display the city license number in all advertisements.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Lone Tree. The application window for permits is currently closed. Eligible existing STRs (operating prior to March 8, 2023) were required to submit an application to the City Clerk, provide proof of tax remittance for the previous 3 years, and pay a $100 application fee plus a $50 license fee.

The application window for permits is currently closed. Eligible existing STRs (operating prior to March 8, 2023) were required to submit an application to the City Clerk, provide proof of tax remittance for the previous 3 years, and pay a $100 application fee plus a $50 license fee.

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