Lafayette, Colorado

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Boulder County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $200Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
$200License Cost

Permit & Licensing

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

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

lafayetteco.gov/3959/Short-Term-Rentals
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Lafayette, Colorado

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lafayette, Colorado are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $200). The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lafayette, Colorado?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Lafayette, Colorado. The home must be the host's primary residence.

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

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

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

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