Breckenridge Short-Term Rental Regulations
| Permit | ✓ Required — Accommodation Unit License ($756/bedroom/year) |
| Primary Residence | Not required |
| Annual Day Limit | No limit — less than 30 consecutive days (definition of short-term rental) |
| Tax Rate | 12.275% |
| Max Penalty | Not publicly specified |
| Insurance | Not required |
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Permit & Licensing
Accommodation Unit License
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Initial cost | $756/bedroom/year |
| Renewal | $756 per studio/bedroom per year / Annual |
This permit type does not require primary residence.
Application Process
License application required; town may conduct inspection to verify bedroom count per criteria in 4-6-4
Tax Obligations
| Tax | Rate | Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Tax breakdown not available. See combined rate below. | ||
Combined rate: 12.275% of gross rental income.
Collection: Marketplace facilitators (Airbnb, Vrbo) collect and remit on behalf of licensees; other licensees must self-remit
Filing: County lodging taxes reported quarterly
Rental Limits
Breckenridge does not impose an annual cap on the number of nights you can rent. Each individual stay must be less than 30 consecutive days (definition of short-term rental).
Zoning & Restrictions
Short-term rental areas defined via searchable GIS map; individual HOAs may have additional requirements
Insurance & Safety
Safety & Operating Requirements
- Bedroom egress window required; operable smoke and CO detectors within 15 feet of any bedroom
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Not publicly specified
Platform Requirements
License number must be displayed in all advertising. Airbnb and Vrbo have special agreement to collect and remit taxes.
Compliance Checklist
Follow these steps to legally operate a short-term rental in Breckenridge:
- Meet safety requirements. Bedroom egress window required; operable smoke and CO detectors within 15 feet of any bedroom.
- Apply for Accommodation Unit License. Submit application + $756/bedroom/year fee.
- Register for tax accounts. Set up lodging tax accounts with Town of Breckenridge.
- Display your permit number. Include your permit/license number in all listings and advertisements.
- Collect and remit taxes. 12.275% on all bookings.
- Renew annually. $756 per studio/bedroom per year renewal fee.