Short-Term Rental License Information

Thank you for using our online application for Short-Term Rental licenses!

  • You are submitting an application for a Short-Term Rental license - rentals of 29 days or less

Application Fees

  • New short-term rental application $215
    • Rental license application fee is $190
    • New short-term rental applications require a business license fee of $25
  • Renewal short-term rental application $190
    • Business license fee is not required for renewals

Email Notification

  • An email notification with instructions for next steps will be sent within two weeks
    • Next steps include requests for additional information and online payment in our Customer Self Service Portal
  • Please watch your email for notifications from RentalHousingLicensing@bouldercolorado.gov

License Requirements

  • A valid rental license must be issued before the property can be offered, advertised, or rented
  • The property must be the owner's principal residence
    • Proof of principal residence is required and shall be a Colorado driver’s license or identification card with the property address
    • The owner must also meet the definition of principal residence
  • The owner must be a natural person, trust, or non-profit organization
    • Ownership may not be in an LLC, corporation, or limited partnership to qualify
  • The applicant must hold at least 50% ownership of the property
  • Two local contacts within 60 minutes of the property in addition to the applicant are required
  • The property may not be a permanently affordable unit
  • A Map/Drawing and a Long-term Application are required for Multi-Dwelling Unit Properties
  • Property owners should review their HOA covenants for any restrictions

Short-Term Rental License Application

Resources