Basalt, Colorado

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Eagle County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License RequiredProcessing: Varies
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
2022 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$460 base annual cost ($10 sales tax license + $300 business license + $150 inspection); plus $2,532 per bedroom regulatory fee
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified
Est. Processing TimeVaries

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap2022 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT4% currently; 6% starting January 2026

Official Sources

basalt.net/713/Short-Term-Rental-Business-License
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Basalt, Colorado

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Basalt, Colorado are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $460 base annual cost ($10 sal). A lodging/occupancy tax of 4% currently; 6% sta applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Basalt, Colorado?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Basalt, Colorado.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $460 base annual cost ($10 sal.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Basalt?

Short-term rentals in Basalt are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 4% currently; 6% sta.

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

These details are verified against Basalt'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 Basalt, Eagle County, or Colorado authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.