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Unincorporated Routt County requires a Short-Term Rental permit for stays under 30 days. Regulations focus on parking, occupancy limits (max 10), and wildfire defensible space. Hosts must pay a 1.9% county lodging tax in addition to state sales tax.
Score: 10 (restrictive)
To host an Airbnb in unincorporated Routt County, you must first apply for an STR permit from the county planning department. You don't need to live in the home full-time, but you must follow strict rules regarding parking and trash. Your maximum guest count is usually limited to 10 people or a formula based on your bedroom count. You are also required to have a local contact person who can respond to issues within 60 minutes.
Permit Required
Yes
Night Limit
None
Primary Residence
Not Required
Total Tax Rate
0.0%
Permit Fee
$500
Processing Time
4-8 weeks
Disclaimer
Regulatory information is AI-researched 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 Details may be outdated or incomplete.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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