Lyons, Colorado
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Boulder County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Allowed in A-1, A-2, E, EC, R-1, R-2, C, CD, and CEC; ADUs and detached accessory structures not permitted
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Lyons, Colorado
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lyons, Colorado are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $125 new; $50 renewal). The property must be owner-occupied. A lodging/occupancy tax of 5% applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Lyons, Colorado?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Lyons, Colorado. The property must be owner-occupied.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lyons?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $125 new; $50 renewal.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Lyons?
Short-term rentals in Lyons are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5%.
Where do these Lyons short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Lyons'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 Lyons, Boulder County, or Colorado authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.