Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Montezuma County, CO

In unincorporated Montezuma County, lodging is a commercial Use-by-Right subject to Permit Procedures and High Impact regulations for uses generating 15+ vehicle round-trips/day. In the Town of Mancos, STRs (1–29 days) are limited to a maximum of 15 total licenses annually and require a local contact available 24/7 within 30 minutes.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Montezuma County. (County — unincorporated areas) 1) File a Permit Application via the County’s online permit portal (SmartGov) including a site plan and recorded covenants; 2) Undergo staff review and potential public hearings by the Board of County Commissioners. (Town of Mancos) 1) Submit a business license application with proof of building/fire code compliance and commercial liability insurance; 2) Pass a Town inspection within 30 days prior to filing and pay the $750 fee.

(County — unincorporated areas) 1) File a Permit Application via the County’s online permit portal (SmartGov) including a site plan and recorded covenants; 2) Undergo staff review and potential public hearings by the Board of County Commissioners. (Town of Mancos) 1) Submit a business license application with proof of building/fire code compliance and commercial liability insurance; 2) Pass a Town inspection within 30 days prior to filing and pay the $750 fee.