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Commerce City
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Commerce City, Colorado. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

Rental conditions are recorded in Commerce City
allowed only in single-family/duplex in R-1/R-2/R-3/AG/PUD zones.
Find published guidance for your Commerce City address
Check published permit and tax guidance for Commerce City.

What you need to do in Commerce City

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  1. To do
    Meet the local rental conditions

    allowed only in single-family/duplex in R-1/R-2/R-3/AG/PUD zones.

  2. To do
    Get the Commerce City short-term rental license or registration

    STR license program; allowed only in single-family/duplex in R-1/R-2/R-3/AG/PUD zones; license # required in ads

    Where to apply

  3. To do
    Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com collect the 4.5% Commerce City occupancy tax for you

    That is per the record. On direct bookings, you collect and remit it yourself.

  4. To confirm
    Find out how often you file and when returns are due

    The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

Verify each step with the authority before you file or apply. Source

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What to know.

allowed only in single-family/duplex in R-1/R-2/R-3/AG/PUD zones. The published guide for Commerce City lists 4.5% local occupancy tax. The state table lists a 2.9% Colorado state sales tax in addition. The state base rate excludes local taxes and any separate lodging charges. A license or registration is required.

At a glance.

Local tax
4.5%
State tax
2.9%
Total for a direct booking
7.4%
License
Required
Local filing
Platform collects

Other taxes or assessments may apply. Review tax context and confirm the full amount for your rental with the authority.

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What the recorded taxes cover

Recorded local sales tax: 4.5%

The sales-tax rate is shown separately and is not added again to the lodging-tax estimate.

Tax details

Exemptions, penalties, filing information, and effective dates from the linked sources.

Commerce City: Recorded remittance instructions

city portal (self-collected sales tax)

Source for these notes: c3gov.com: short term rental license program

Platform tax collection guidance for Commerce City

Collection is shown separately for each booking channel. Direct-booking taxes are paid by the host.

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsPlatform collects
VrboPlatform collectsPlatform collects
Booking.comPlatform collectsPlatform collects
DirectYou collect and remitYou collect and remit

Platform collects means the platform pays that tax. You collect and remit means you pay it. Collection details unavailable identifies a missing answer for that channel. Filing duties are listed separately.

Your next steps

  • Get the required license or registration

    Apply for the required license or registration with the licensing office before you list.

  • Collection of the 4.5% local tax

    Platforms collect this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

  • File your tax returns

    Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

Sources & confidence

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Commerce City occupancy tax4.5%
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Colorado state sales tax2.9%
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Commerce City STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Commerce City occupancy taxes?

Airbnb collects this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Commerce City?

A license or registration is required.

What happens if I don't file?

Penalties and interest depend on the tax and authority. Check the applicable rules and contact the authority about any missed filings or payments.

How often do I file?

Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.