Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Twin Lakes, CO

STRs are allowed only in specific zoning districts (AF, AR, UR, RM, RC, B, R, and certain PUDs). Licenses are categorized as Primary (no cap) or Standard (capped at 135 total). Requirements include a 24-hour local contact, fire safety equipment (extinguishers, smoke/CO detectors), and displaying the license number in all advertisements.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Twin Lakes. 1) Complete and submit the Short-Term Rental application to Lake County Community Planning & Development with required documents (proof of ownership, tax status, and sales tax license). 2) Pay the $95 annual license fee and obtain required fire safety (every 3 years) and septic inspections. 3) County performs administrative review and issues the license upon verification of completeness.

1) Complete and submit the Short-Term Rental application to Lake County Community Planning & Development with required documents (proof of ownership, tax status, and sales tax license). 2) Pay the $95 annual license fee and obtain required fire safety (every 3 years) and septic inspections. 3) County performs administrative review and issues the license upon verification of completeness.