Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Colfax County, NM

Airbnb listings are allowed in Colfax County, NM, but with restrictions. In Angel Fire, STRs (stays <30 nights) require a specific permit, a Village business license, and a New Mexico CRS number. Mandatory annual fire inspections and evacuation plans are required. In Raton, providers must obtain a lodging license and verify zoning compliance. A 5% county-wide lodgers' tax applies to all gross taxable rent. 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.

In Angel Fire, STRs (stays <30 nights) require a specific permit, a Village business license, and a New Mexico CRS number. Mandatory annual fire inspections and evacuation plans are required. In Raton, providers must obtain a lodging license and verify zoning compliance. A 5% county-wide lodgers' tax applies to all gross taxable rent.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Colfax County. 1. Obtain a New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) number and a Village Business License. 2. Submit the Short-Term Rental Permit Application with fees based on the number of bathrooms ($75 per full bath, $40 per half bath). 3. Pass a mandatory fire inspection and submit an evacuation plan. Permits must be renewed annually.

1. Obtain a New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) number and a Village Business License. 2. Submit the Short-Term Rental Permit Application with fees based on the number of bathrooms ($75 per full bath, $40 per half bath). 3. Pass a mandatory fire inspection and submit an evacuation plan. Permits must be renewed annually.

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