Pueblo West, Colorado

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Pueblo County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $190Tax: 3%Owner Occupancy Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Pueblo County which apply to this area.
$190License Cost
120 nights/yrAnnual Cap
3%Tax Rate
500 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$190
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year120 nights
Density / Distance Cap500 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT3%

Zoning Restrictions

  • agricultural zone dist
  • agricultural zones
  • mixed-use zones
  • residential districts
  • residential zones
  • resort area regu
  • resort area silv
  • single-family zones

Official Sources

library.municode.com/co/pueblo/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TITVIIIHObnbcalc.com/blog/short-term-rental-regulation/Pueblo-Colorado-guidecontent.leg.colorado.gov/publications/short-term-rentalschieftain.com/story/news/2018/10/12/city-exploring-licensing-short-term/9370053007/bouldercolorado.gov/services/rental-housing-licensing-short-termleg.colorado.gov/bills/HB23-1287durangohomesforsale.com/blog/colorado-short-term-rental-laws/biggerpockets.com/forums/52/topics/1007943-pueblo-co-short-term-or-long-term
Data confidence: 78%Last updated: May 20, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Pueblo West, Colorado

Pueblo West, Colorado has no separate city ordinance, so Pueblo County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $190). The property must be owner-occupied. A lodging/occupancy tax of 3% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Pueblo West, Colorado?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Pueblo West?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $190.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Pueblo West?

Short-term rentals in Pueblo West are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 3%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Pueblo West?

Yes — Pueblo West sets a cap of 120 rental nights per year.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Pueblo West, Pueblo County, or Colorado authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.