Sawpit, Colorado

Short-Term Rental Regulations — San Miguel County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for San Miguel County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalevery 2 years
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 consecutive days
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Prohibited in Open Space (OS), High Country Area (HCA), and Affordable Housing Planned Unit Development (AHPUD) Zone Districts; permit not required in West End (WE) Zone District

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Sawpit, Colorado

Sawpit, Colorado has no separate city ordinance, so San Miguel County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Sawpit, Colorado?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Sawpit, Colorado. The home must be the host's primary residence.

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Sawpit?

Yes — Sawpit sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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