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Grand Lake
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Grand Lake

From the linked source
  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Grand Lake

    The record lists no ban. Zoning and HOA rules for your address still apply.

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

    Nightly Rental License, $165 application, annual renewal (renewal fee scales with occupancy)

    Where to apply

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 7% combined local taxes 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 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.

The published guide for Grand Lake lists 7% combined tax rate. Recorded components: 5% Town sales per Avalara; 2% Grand County lodging 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.

Combined tax
7%
State tax
2.9%
Total for a direct booking
9.9%
License
Required
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

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

Grand Lake: Recorded remittance instructions

state (CDOR) for state/county/town sales + county lodging

Source for these notes: townofgrandlake.com: nightly rental licenses

Platform tax collection guidance for Grand Lake

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 7% combined tax

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

  • 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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FigureValueSourceStatus
Grand Lake combined taxes7%
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Town sales per Avalara5%
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Grand County lodging tax2%
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Colorado state sales tax2.9%
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Licensing recordRequired
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Grand Lake STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Grand Lake occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Grand Lake?

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.