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Lyons
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Lyons

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  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Lyons

    principal residence, owner occupancy 9+ months/yr.

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

    STR license required; principal residence, owner occupancy 9+ months/yr; self-certified safety standards

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 5% Lyons occupancy tax yourself

    The record says booking platforms do not collect it, so you add it to every booking, platform and direct, and pay it to the authority.

  4. To do
    File monthly returns

    The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.

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

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What to know.

principal residence, owner occupancy 9+ months/yr. The published guide for Lyons lists 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
5%
State tax
2.9%
Total for a direct booking
7.9%
License
Required
Local filing
You collect and remit

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%

Local sales tax is shown separately from the lodging-tax estimate.

Tax details

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

Lyons: Recorded effective date

2023-01-01

Lyons: Recorded remittance instructions

lodging occupation tax monthly direct to town (even $0); sales via Revenue Online

Lyons: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly.

Source for these notes: lyonscolorado.com: lodging

Platform tax collection guidance for Lyons

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

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
VrboPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
Booking.comPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
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 5% local tax

    You collect and remit this tax using the linked filing instructions.

  • File your tax returns

    File monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

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Lyons occupancy tax5%
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Colorado state sales tax2.9%
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Lyons STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Lyons occupancy taxes?

You collect and remit this tax for Airbnb and direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Lyons?

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. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.