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Black Hawk
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

Rental restrictions are recorded in Black Hawk
STRs PROHIBITED - Ordinance 2024-4 (Feb 14 2024) bans short-term rentals citywide.
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Check published permit and tax guidance for Black Hawk.

What you need to do in Black Hawk

Checked against the source
  1. Restricted
    Short-term rentals are restricted in Black Hawk

    STRs PROHIBITED - Ordinance 2024-4 (Feb 14 2024) bans short-term rentals citywide.

  2. To confirm
    Check whether you need a license or permit

    The record does not say whether Black Hawk requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

    Where to apply

  3. To do
    Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com collect the 6% Black Hawk 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.

Rental restrictions are recorded for Black Hawk. Check the rule's scope and exceptions before listing. STRs PROHIBITED - Ordinance 2024-4 (Feb 14 2024) bans short-term rentals citywide. The published guide for Black Hawk lists 6% 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. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
6%
State tax
2.9%
Total for a direct booking
8.9%
License
Restricted
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: 6%

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.

Black Hawk: Recorded remittance instructions

city (sales - casino hotels only)

Source for these notes: cityofblackhawk.org: short term rental information

Platform tax collection guidance for Black Hawk

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

  • Find permit information

    Permit requirements are not available in this guide. The linked authority provides application information.

  • Collection of the 6% 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.

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Black Hawk occupancy tax6%
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Colorado state sales tax2.9%
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Licensing recordNot available
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Black Hawk STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Black Hawk occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Black Hawk?

Rental restrictions apply in Black Hawk. The eligibility notes below describe the applicable conditions and exceptions.

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.