Step 1
Verify Property Eligibility
Check the City's STR Zoning Map to ensure the property is in a Primary or Non-Primary allowed zone and confirm the building has fewer than 3 units.
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Short-term rentals in Fort Collins are permitted only in specific zones and generally require the property to be the owner's primary residence in residential areas.
To host an STR in Fort Collins, your property must be in an allowed zone, and in most residential areas, it must be your primary home where you live at least 9 months a year. You must obtain both a Sales and Lodging Tax License and an STR License, and you are required to provide dedicated off-street parking for guests. Rentals in multi-family buildings with 3 or more units (like most condos and apartments) and ADUs are strictly prohibited.
Step-by-step guide for Fort Collins
Check the City's STR Zoning Map to ensure the property is in a Primary or Non-Primary allowed zone and confirm the building has fewer than 3 units.
Ensure HOA covenants allow STRs and contact Building Services to clear any expired or open building permits on the property.
Register for a business/tax account via the Fort Collins Online Sales Tax System. Approval is required before the STR application can be submitted.
Once the tax license is approved, complete the STR application, upload required documents (ID, ownership proof, insurance), and pay the fee.
Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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