Fort Collins, Colorado

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Larimer County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License RequiredProcessing: 5-7 days
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified
Est. Processing Time5-7 days

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes - must be in a zone district that allows STR use as specified in the Land Use Code

Official Sources

library.municode.com/co/fort_collins/codes/municipal_code?nodeId=CH15LIBURE_ARTXVIIISHTERELI_SS15-654--15-660RE
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Fort Collins, Colorado

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Fort Collins, Colorado are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Fort Collins, Colorado?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Fort Collins, Colorado. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Fort Collins?

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

Where do these Fort Collins short-term rental rules come from?

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