Cross-referenced against 3 official sources — municipal codes, planning-department pages, and government registries.
Short-term rentals in unincorporated La Plata County require a Vacation Rental Permit and must comply with Chapter 90, Article IV of the Land Use Code. Permits are tied to specific occupancy limits based on septic capacity and require wildfire mitigation and bear-proof trash containment.
To host an Airbnb in unincorporated La Plata County, you must first get a county permit, which costs $500. Your home will be limited to 2 guests per bedroom plus 2 extra, up to a maximum of 10 people. You must have bear-proof trash cans and a plan for wildfire safety. You'll also need to collect a 2% lodging tax on top of standard sales taxes. Stays of 30 days or more are exempt from these rules.
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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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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