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Angel Fire

Moderate
New MexicoUpdated Feb 10, 2026
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Cross-referenced against 3 official sources — municipal codes, planning-department pages, and government registries.

Verified Jan 30, 2026Sources 3

Summary

Plain-english overview

The Village of Angel Fire requires all short-term rental operators to obtain an annual STR permit and pay a 5% Lodgers' Tax. Regulations are governed by Ordinance 2022-04, which mandates occupancy limits and monthly tax reporting regardless of platform remittance.

Restriction level

Severity 26
Classification
Moderate
26
Severity

Why this classification

  • Moderate permit fee: $300
  • Tenants cannot host
  • Permit required
  • Reporting required
  • No night cap
  • No primary residence requirement

In plain English

What this means for you

To host an Airbnb in the Village of Angel Fire, you must apply for a local Short-Term Rental permit which costs $300 annually. You are required to have a New Mexico state tax ID and adhere to strict occupancy limits (usually 2 people per bedroom plus 2). While Airbnb collects the 5% Lodgers' Tax for you, you still have to file a 'zero-dollar' report every month with the Village finance department to stay in compliance.

At a glance

Key numbers
Permit requiredYes
Night limitNone
Primary residenceNot required
Total tax rate0.1%
Permit fee$300
Processing time2-4 weeks

6 things hosts often miss

Common compliance gaps
  1. 1You MUST file monthly Lodgers' Tax reports even if you had zero bookings or the platform remitted the tax.
  2. 2The annual permit expires on April 30th every year; renewals after May 1st incur a $100 penalty.
  3. 3Occupancy is strictly capped at 2 per bedroom plus 2, with an absolute maximum of 10 people.
  4. 4Your STR permit number must be clearly displayed in the first line of your online listing description.
  5. 5Snow removal is the owner's responsibility and must be addressed in the permit application.
  6. 6Verify your location; if you are outside the Village limits in unincorporated Colfax County, these specific Village rules do not apply.

Regulation details

Sourced from official code
Eligibility5 rules
  • Angel Fire: You can have a co-host or property manager help manage your listing.
  • Angel Fire does NOT require the property to be a primary residence. Investment properties are allowed.
  • Angel Fire: Your HOA can prohibit short-term rentals even if the city allows them. Check your CC&Rs before applying.
  • Angel Fire prohibits STRs in the following property types: RVs, Camping.
Requirements16 rules
  • Angel Fire: You must display your permit/registration number on your Airbnb listing.
  • Angel Fire STR warning: A failure to file the tax report on time carries a minimum $100 fine.
  • Angel Fire: Quiet hours (10 PM - 7 AM) and parking rules are strictly enforced due to the residential nature of the ski resort community.
Application process8 rules
  • Angel Fire STR permit - Step 3: Apply for Business License. Register for an annual Village Business License ($35). Time: 1 week. Cost: 35.
  • Angel Fire STR permit - Step 2: Complete Fire Self-Inspection. Download and complete the fire inspection questionnaire and evacuation plan. Required documents: Floor plan with exits. Time: 1 day.
Fees & costs1 rule
  • Angel Fire: Permit fees are bathroom-based ($75/full, $40/half) - don't forget the half-baths.
Taxes4 rules
  • Angel Fire: Monthly tax reports are due by the 25th of the following month even for zero-income months.
  • Angel Fire: You must have a New Mexico CRS tax number before you can be issued a Village permit.
Limits & restrictions4 rules
  • Angel Fire enforces quiet hours: 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
  • Angel Fire occupancy calculation: 5 guests per full bathroom + 2 guests per half bathroom (Example: 2.5 baths = 12 guests). Count your bedrooms to determine your max guest limit.
  • Angel Fire limits stays to a maximum of 29 nights.
  • Angel Fire: Maximum occupancy is strictly tied to bathroom count (5 per full bath, 2 per half bath).
Safety requirements1 rule
  • Angel Fire requires the following safety measures for STRs: smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguisher, fire inspection, posted maximum occupancy, posted emergency contact, Floor plan with evacuation routes, Annual self-inspection form approved by Fire Dept.
Penalties3 rules
  • Angel Fire: Repeated violations can result in permanent permit revocation. You would lose the ability to operate any STR.
  • Angel Fire enforces the following penalties for STR violations: First offense: Varies by code section. Permit may be revoked for violations.
  • Angel Fire: A failure to file the tax report on time carries a minimum $100 fine.
Exemptions2 rules
  • Angel Fire exempts the following from STR regulations: long-term rentals (30+ days).
  • Angel Fire: Rentals of 30+ days are generally NOT considered short-term rentals and may be exempt from STR regulations (but may have other requirements).

How to get permitted

Step-by-step guide for Angel Fire

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steps completed
Step 1

Obtain State Tax ID

Register with the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department to get a Business Tax ID (CRS).

1-3 daysFree
Official resource
Step 2

Submit Village STR Application

Complete the Village of Angel Fire Short-Term Rental Application and pay the $300 fee.

2 weeks$300
Documents needed
  • Proof of Ownership
  • NM CRS ID
Official resource
Step 3

Self-Inspection

Verify property meets all safety requirements listed in the STR Safety Checklist provided by the Village.

1 dayFree
Step 4

Monthly Filing

Begin filing monthly Lodgers' Tax reports to the Village, even if platforms remit the tax on your behalf.

MonthlyFree
Official resource

Frequently asked questions

5 answered

Disclaimer

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.

Researched & verified by Learn STR at GoStudioM

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