Centennial, Colorado

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Arapahoe County

Conditional

STR Status

County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Arapahoe County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
500 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
License Cost$200 new application, $350 annual license
Renewalannual
Permit Cap100 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistYes

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year180 (Option B only)
Density / Distance Cap500 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

arapahoeco.gov/news_detail_T13_R1210.php
Data confidence: 82%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Centennial, Colorado

Centennial, Colorado has no separate city ordinance, so Arapahoe County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Centennial, Colorado?

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

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

The fee is $200 new application, $350 ann.

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

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

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

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