Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Pagosa Springs, CO

Airbnb listings are allowed in Pagosa Springs, CO, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals (less than 30 days) are restricted and require a Vacation Rental License. Owners must comply with all applicable town ordinances and resolutions; unincorporated county areas require annual renewals, neighbor notifications, and specific safety/parking plans. 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.

Short-term rentals (less than 30 days) are restricted and require a Vacation Rental License. Owners must comply with all applicable town ordinances and resolutions; unincorporated county areas require annual renewals, neighbor notifications, and specific safety/parking plans.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Pagosa Springs. 1) Apply for a Vacation Rental License via the Town’s online portal (MyPagosa). 2) Ensure compliance with all Town ordinances. For unincorporated Archuleta County: Submit application via MUNIRevs with proof of ownership, parking plan, and neighbor notification; pay annual fee ($400-$700) and pass a validation inspection.

1) Apply for a Vacation Rental License via the Town’s online portal (MyPagosa). 2) Ensure compliance with all Town ordinances. For unincorporated Archuleta County: Submit application via MUNIRevs with proof of ownership, parking plan, and neighbor notification; pay annual fee ($400-$700) and pass a validation inspection.

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