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Short-Term Rental

Permit & Application

City of Glenwood Springs, CO

General Information

If you want to rent your entire home for a period of less than 30 days, you are required to first obtain a

Short-term Rental Permit from the City of Glenwood Springs Community Development Department.

Application & Review Process

1. Review the regulations which are located after the Frequently Asked Questions. If you

determine that you are eligible to apply, complete the attached Short-term Rental Permit

application and submit along with the applicable fee to the Community Development

Department, 101 W. 8

Street, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601. Call the Community

Development Department at 970 384-6411 for the current application fee.

2. In addition to the Short-term Rental Permit application, you must also obtain a Business and

Sales Tax License through the city’s Finance Department. You can apply for your business and

sales tax license online at https://glenwoodsprings.munirevs.com

3. You will be required to fill out an Short-Term Rental Affidavit, stating that information contained

within said affidavit is true and correct to the best of your knowledge and, you agree to abide by

the requirements and restrictions of the applicable zoning, land use and building codes. The

Accessory Tourist Rental Affidavit can be found within this guide or online on our website.

4. Shortly after you submit your Short-term Rental application, a staff member from the

Community Development Department will contact you regarding your application. If your

application is complete, Community Development staff will have you schedule an inspection

of your home. All inspections are handled through the city’s Building Department. If you have

questions regarding the inspection, contact the Building Department’s administrative assistant

at 970 384-6411.

5. After your inspection has been completed, the inspector will do one of two things, either

approve your residence for use as a short-term rental, or require that you make modifications to

ensure the public’s health, safety and welfare. In some cases, the required modifications may

require that you submit a Building Permit.

6. Upon approval of the Short-term Rental Permit, Community Development Department staff will

advise the Finance Department that they may release your business and sales tax licenses.

Questions pertaining to business or sales tax licenses may be made at 1/888-751-1911 or 970-

384-6455.

7. After you have completed successfully all the previous steps, the Community Development

Department staff will issue your Short-term Rental Permit.

If you have additional questions regarding the Short-term Rental application process, please review

the following Frequently Asked Questions, or call 970 384-6411.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is a short-term rental? A short-term rental is the rental of an entire dwelling unit for

monetary consideration for a period of time less than thirty (30) consecutive days, not including a

bed and breakfast, residency unit, accessory tourist rental, boarding or rooming house, or hotel.

This definition does not include offering the use of one’s property where no fee is charged or

collected.

2. Are City of Glenwood Springs’ permits or licenses required as a pre-requisite to having a short-

term rental in Glenwood Springs? Yes. It will be necessary to obtain a Short-term Rental Permit

and a Business/Sales Tax License before commencing to rent a property as a short-term rental.

3. If I swap my house for another home elsewhere and no money is exchanged, do I need a short-

term rental permit? The offering of the use of one’s home where no fee is charged or collected is

exempt from any City permitting.

4. Is any residential dwelling unit in the City eligible to become a short-term rental or are there

certain areas where it is prohibited? The use of homes for short-term rental purposes is regulated

via the zoning regulations of the Glenwood Springs Municipal Code in Article 070.030.030(e) Use

Specific Standards. Short-term rentals are allowed in all residential and commercial zones subject

to a 250 foot buffer distance from any other operating short term rental permit. Short-term rentals

also are allowed in Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) unless specifically listed as a prohibited use.

S hort-term rentals are not allowed in any dwelling unit that has been permitted as an Accessory

Dwelling Unit.

5. Who may apply for a Short-term Rental Permit? All permits shall be issued to the owner of the

property.

6. What are the requirements for a Short-term Rental Permit? The requirements are listed in the

Glenwood Springs Municipal Code at Article 070.030.030(e)(9) Short-term Rentals.

7. Do I need a business license to operate a short-term rental? A business license is required for

short-term rentals. Additionally, short-term rentals are subject to sales and accommodations taxes.

Owners are required to charge and collect sales and accommodation taxes. You may apply for a

business and sales tax license at the same time you apply for a Short-term Rental permit. (See

attached information sheet as to how to apply for a business and sales tax license on line.)

8. Will I need to have my home inspected? Yes, the property owner is responsible for scheduling an

inspection with the building department as part of the application. A permit will not be issued

without the building department inspection approval.

9. Do I need a building permit for a short-term rental? A Building Permit may be required if

significant work is being completed on the home prior to it being rented. Contact the City’s

Building Department at 970-384-6411 if you have questions about whether or not your remodeling

or upgrades will require a building permit.

10. What building codes will short-term rentals be subject to? The applicable building code for your

property depends on the underlying use of your property. One or more of the following codes will

apply: International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), International Residence Code (IRC), or

International Building Code (IBC). The City of Glenwood Springs has adopted the 2015 versions of

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these codes. Copies are available for review at the Public Library.

11. What is a “designated responsible party?” A designated responsible party is a person located in

within 30 minutes’ drive time of the property who will be available to immediately respond to any

issues arising from the short-term rental of the property, whether it be from the rental party, public

safety personnel, utility personnel or any other municipal party.

For additional questions regarding short-term rentals, please contact the Community Development

Department at 970-384-6411.

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Glenwood Springs Municipal Code section 070.030.030(e)(9)- Short-Term Rentals.

Intent

The City of Glenwood Springs recognizes that there are benefits to allowing owners of

residential units within the city to rent their dwelling units for periods of time less than 30

days. Short-term rental of dwelling units bring additional visitors to the city, can allow

owners to recoup housing costs, and provides revenues for the City through the additional

tax collections. The provision of short-term rentals offers additional diversification to the

resort and travelling professional accommodations market. However, due to the potential

for adverse impacts, short-term rentals must be regulated by the City to protect the health,

safety, and welfare of owners, neighbors, and visitors.

Applicability

The requirements of this subsection shall apply to any residential dwelling unit within

the city. This subsection is applicable within a Planned Unit Development unless the

short-term rental of property is specifically identified as a prohibited use by the

Planned Unit Development.

This subsection does not apply to any dwelling unit permitted as an Accessory Dwelling

Unit.

The City of Glenwood Springs is not a party to and does not enforce any private

covenants. Private covenants may restrict the ability for owners to engage in short-

term rentals.

Owner Responsibilities

The owner shall designate a natural person located within a 30 minute distance of the

short term rental who is available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, to serve as

the local responsible party for the short term rental and to immediately responding to

any issues arising from the short-term rental. The designated responsible party may be

the owner of the property. The owner shall notify the Director in writing of the

designation of the responsible party within five days of such designation or

modification of any such designation.

The owner or responsible party shall collect and pay all applicable local, state, and

federal taxes including sales and lodging taxes.

The owner or responsible party is responsible for ensuring the short-term rental meets

all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. For example, §38-45-101 C.R.S. et

seq. requiring carbon monoxide alarms in residential property.

The owner or responsible party is responsible for obtaining all required licenses in

accordance with Title 050 of the Municipal Code.

Use and Occupancy Restrictions

Occupancy limitations of a short term rental shall be established by the International

Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) and shall be indicated on the short term rental

permit.

On properties with an accessory dwelling unit, only the primary dwelling on the

property shall be eligible for a short-term rental permit.

In a multifamily building under single ownership, no more than 10 percent but at least

one unit may be permitted as a short-term rental.

In all areas outside the City’s General Improvement District (GID), as the GID may be

amended from time to time, the total number of short-term rentals shall be limited to

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5 percent of the City’s total free market residential units as determined by the State

Demography Office. In addition, a short- term rental unit shall be located a minimum of

250 feet from any other short-term rental unit. This 250 foot limitation shall not apply

to units in a multifamily building under single ownership or to units that received

permits prior to the effective date of this subsection or to timely renewals of such

permits. However, the 5 percent cap on short term rentals includes existing permitted

units.

Within the GID, as it may be amended from time to time, the total number of short-

term rentals shall be limited to 18 percent of the GID’s total free market residential

units as determined by the Garfield County Assessor. In a multi-family building under

single ownership, no more than two units may be permitted as a short-term rental. GID

short term rental permits shall not count towards the total permit number limit

identified under Paragraph 4 above.

Operation

All vehicles associated with the short-term rental use shall be parked in designated

parking areas, such as driveways and garages, or on-street parking, where permitted.

No parking shall occur on lawns or sidewalks.

The owner shall be responsible for ensuring that the short-term rental complies with

Section 100.010.060 of the Municipal Code, Garbage, Refuse, and Trash Collection.

Owners and resident managers shall make arrangements for proper garbage, refuse,

and trash collection.

The following information must be posted in a prominent and visible location in the

short-term rental:

City of Glenwood Springs’ license(s) and short-term rental permit;

Contact information for owner and/or resident manager, including phone number

for 24-hour response to emergencies;

Description of location of fire extinguishers and emergency egress; and

Any other information deemed necessary by the Director or Building Official to

ensure the public’s health and safety.

All advertising of a short-term rental, including advertising on website vacation booking

sites, shall display the City of Glenwood Springs short-term rental permit number and

business license number.

Permit Procedures

Limitation to Either Short-Term Rental or Accessory Tourist Rental

A property owner may not be issued both a short-term rental permit and an accessory

tourist rental permit on the same property at the same time; however, should an

owner wish to change the use of a permitted short-term rental permit, he or she may

do so by filing an application for an accessory tourist rental permit in accordance with

070.030.030(e)(7). Upon issuance of a new accessory tourist rental permit, the pre-

existing short-term rental permit is automatically revoked.

Application Requirements

The owner shall submit the application on the form provided by the Director and shall

pay the application fee set by City Council resolution.

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Issuance of Permit

All short-term rental uses shall require a permit from the Director. Such permit shall

only be issued after the short-term rental application has been approved in accordance

with the Municipal Code. The short-term rental permit shall specify any terms and

conditions of the permit. All permits shall be issued to the owner of the property. A

change in ownership shall necessitate the issuance of a new permit. Permits shall be

issued for a period of two years and shall expire at the end of odd numbered years.

Neighborhood Notification

Upon issuance of short-term rental permit, the property owner shall be responsible for

mailing public notification of the permit to owners of all real property within 250 feet

of any boundary or edge of the subject property or parcel. The property owner shall

provide certification to the Director that proper notice has been provided, including a

signed affidavit. The format of such certification shall be established by the Director.

Revocation of Permit

A short-term rental permit may be revoked at any time by the Director should it be

determined that the use is not being operated in compliance with this Section or any

other section of the Municipal Code.

Penalties for Violations

Any violation of this Section shall be subject to a fine of $250 for the first offense,

$500 for the second offense, $750 for the third offense, and $1,000 for the fourth

offense and all subsequent offenses. Each day’s continuing violation shall be a

separate and distinct offense.

A permit holder who fails to collect lodging taxes on a short-term rental during the

permit period shall not be permitted to renew the permit for the next two year

permit cycle.

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City of Glenwood Springs, CO

SHORT TERM RENTAL PERMIT APPLICATION

Short term rental means the rental of an entire dwelling unit for monetary

consideration for a period of time less than thirty (30) consecutive days, not including a

bed and breakfast, residency unit, boarding or rooming house, accessory tourist rental,

or hotel. This definition does not include offering the use of one’s property where no

fee is charged or collected.

GENERAL INFORMATION

CHECK ONE: RENEWAL APPLICATION NEW APPLICATION

Permit Number:_________________

OWNER:

Name: _____________________________________ Business/Tax License # ___________________

Mailing Address: _________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

Phone No.: (home/office)___________________________(mobile)___________________________

E-Mail Address: _________________________________________________________________

RENTAL PROPERTY INFORMATION:

Physical Address: _________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

Complex Name.: _________________________________________________________________

Number of Bedrooms: _______________ Number of Dedicated Parking Spaces: ________________

RESPONSIBLE PARTY:

□ Owner □ Designated Responsible Party (below)

(*Responsible party MUST be located within 30 minutes’ drive from the rental property)

Name: _____________________________________ Company: ______________________________

Mailing Address: _________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

Phone No.: (home/office) __________________________(mobile)___________________________

E-Mail Address: _________________________________________________________________

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AFFIDAVIT

By signing this Affidavit I represent that all information contained in this application is true and correct to

the best of my knowledge and acknowledge and agree to abide by the requirements and restrictions of the

Glenwood Springs Municipal Code as it pertains to short-term rentals and affirm the following:

1. I have obtained a City of Glenwood Springs business and sales tax license as required under

Title 050 of the Glenwood Springs Municipal Code and will promptly remit all applicable taxes in

conformance with state and local law. If an individual or business entity acts as the Responsible Party, only

one business license shall be required.

2. The rental of the property herein described is permissible under all applicable local zoning

and land use regulations under the Glenwood Springs Municipal Code and any covenants and restrictions

imposed by any owners’ association with authority over the property.

3. I agree that I am responsible for maintaining the property for health and safety, and to

indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City of Glenwood Springs, including its officers, agents, and

employees, from any action resulting from damage, loss, injury, including death, of any occupant of the

rental property herein described.

4. I have read and understand the requirements, restrictions, and standards of Section

070.030.030(e)(9) of the Glenwood Springs Municipal Code and shall strictly comply therewith.

Note: A Short-term Rental Permit will only be issued after the application has been reviewed and approved

in accordance with the Glenwood Springs Municipal Code. Specific terms and conditions may be included

in the permit. All permits will be issued to the owner(s) of the property. A change in ownership requires the

new property owner to apply for a new permit. Short-term rental permits expire at the end of odd numbered

years. Property owners will be sent a new application form prior to expiration of their permit.

Owner(s) Signature: __________________________________ Date:_________________

__________________________________ Date:_________________

ADMINISTRATIVE USE ONLY:

__________________________________ _____________________________

Application received by: Date:

Application fee collected Amount: ______________

Building Inspection completed Date: ________________

Public Notice Affidavit submitted Date: ________________

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