Aurora, Colorado

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Arapahoe County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
180Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year180
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Aurora, Colorado

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Aurora, Colorado are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Aurora, Colorado?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Aurora, Colorado. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Aurora?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Aurora?

Yes — Aurora sets a cap of 180 rental nights per year.

Where do these Aurora short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Aurora's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Aurora, Arapahoe County, or Colorado authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.