Golden, Colorado

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Jefferson County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $200 per 2 yearsOwner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$200 per 2 yearsLicense Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$200 per 2 years
Renewalevery 2 years
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Caponly one dwelling unit per lot eligible for a license
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Residential zones require owner-occupancy; commercial zones (C-1, C-2, RC, CMU) do not

Official Sources

cityofgolden.gov/business/land_use_development/short_term_rentals.php
Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Golden, Colorado

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Golden, Colorado are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $200 per 2 years). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Golden, Colorado?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Golden, Colorado. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $200 per 2 years.

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

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