Lone Tree, Colorado

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Douglas County

Prohibited

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • New STRs prohibited citywide; only pre-existing STRs (as of March 8, 2023) may operate

Official Sources

cityoflonetree.com/short-term-rentals/
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Lone Tree, Colorado

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lone Tree, Colorado are prohibited. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lone Tree, Colorado?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are prohibited in Lone Tree, Colorado. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lone Tree?

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

Where do these Lone Tree short-term rental rules come from?

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