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Greenwood Village
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Greenwood Village

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  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Greenwood Village

    STR only as accessory use of principal residence.

  2. To do
    Get the Greenwood Village short-term rental license or registration

    STR only as accessory use of principal residence; lodging + sales/use tax licenses required ($10 one-time, no annual renewal)

  3. To do
    Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com collect the 3% Greenwood Village occupancy tax for you

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

  4. To do
    File monthly returns for direct bookings

    The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. If every booking goes through a collecting platform, ask the tax office whether you still file.

    Filing portal

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

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What to know.

STR only as accessory use of principal residence. The published guide for Greenwood Village lists 3% 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
3%
State tax
2.9%
Total for a direct booking
5.9%
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: 3%

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.

Greenwood Village: Recorded exemptions

Exempt: lodging for religious and charitable functions and activities; lodging provided to the US government, the state, its departments/institutions, and political subdivisions in governmental capacities (incl. the City); and persons whom the City is constitutionally or legally prohibited from taxing (City of Greenwood Village Lodging Tax page).

Greenwood Village: Recorded filing portal

Open the filing portal (xpressbillpay.com)

Greenwood Village: Recorded remittance instructions

city portal monthly filing (self-collected)

Greenwood Village: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly.

Source for these notes: greenwoodvillage.com: lodging tax

Platform tax collection guidance for Greenwood Village

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 3% local tax

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

  • File your tax returns

    File monthly returns for direct bookings. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. If every booking goes through a collecting platform, ask the tax office whether you still file.

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

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Greenwood Village occupancy tax3%
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Colorado state sales tax2.9%
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Greenwood Village STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Greenwood Village occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Greenwood Village?

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?

File monthly returns for direct bookings. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. If every booking goes through a collecting platform, ask the tax office whether you still file.