Glenwood Springs, Colorado

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Garfield County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$613.62 new; $409.08 renewal
Renewalevery 2 years
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap250-foot buffer between short term rentals; properties 100% covered by a buffer are not eligible
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Not allowed in Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

Official Sources

cogs.us/333/Vacation-Rentals
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Glenwood Springs, Colorado

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Glenwood Springs, Colorado are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $613.62 new; $409.08 renewal).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Glenwood Springs, Colorado?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Glenwood Springs?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $613.62 new; $409.08 renewal.

Where do these Glenwood Springs short-term rental rules come from?

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