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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Salida, CO

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

City-adopted STR regulations (effective Dec 16, 2021) impose numeric caps by area (C-2/Historic Downtown: 99; Highway 291 Corridor: 71; Industrial Corridor: 16; Highway 50 Corridor: 46; Residential Area: 82). Applicants must be Chaffee County residents and owners of the property. In residential zones (R-1 through R-4) STRs are limited to no more than 185 calendar days per year. Each short-term rental property requires a separate license and owners are limited to one short-term rental permit.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Create an account and apply via the City’s MUNIRevs online portal (http://salida.munirevs.com) — email the Deputy City Clerk (deputyclerk@cityofsalida.com) to request setup of an electronic application; 2) Pay the stated license fee ($1,000) and submit required eligibility (must be Chaffee County resident and property owner); city reviews completed applications and has 30 days to respond; 3) Licenses renew annually (renewal date June 1 — fee not prorated); residential licenses deadline/availability handled via a waiting list administered by the Deputy City Clerk.

Official Resources

Official Salida STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Salida, CO?
City-adopted STR regulations (effective Dec 16, 2021) impose numeric caps by area (C-2/Historic Downtown: 99; Highway 291 Corridor: 71; Industrial Corridor: 16; Highway 50 Corridor: 46; Residential Area: 82). Applicants must be Chaffee County residents and owners of the property. In residential zones (R-1 through R-4) STRs are limited to no more than 185 calendar days per year. Each short-term rental property requires a separate license and owners are limited to one short-term rental permit.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Salida?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Salida. 1) Create an account and apply via the City’s MUNIRevs online portal (http://salida.munirevs.com) — email the Deputy City Clerk (deputyclerk@cityofsalida.com) to request setup of an electronic application; 2) Pay the stated license fee ($1,000) and submit required eligibility (must be Chaffee County resident and property owner); city reviews completed applications and has 30 days to respond; 3) Licenses renew annually (renewal date June 1 — fee not prorated); residential licenses deadline/availability handled via a waiting list administered by the Deputy City Clerk.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Salida?
1) Create an account and apply via the City’s MUNIRevs online portal (http://salida.munirevs.com) — email the Deputy City Clerk (deputyclerk@cityofsalida.com) to request setup of an electronic application; 2) Pay the stated license fee ($1,000) and submit required eligibility (must be Chaffee County resident and property owner); city reviews completed applications and has 30 days to respond; 3) Licenses renew annually (renewal date June 1 — fee not prorated); residential licenses deadline/availability handled via a waiting list administered by the Deputy City Clerk.
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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