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Lamar
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Lamar

From the linked source
  1. To confirm
    Check that short-term rentals are allowed at your address

    The record has no finding on whether Lamar allows short-term rentals. Ask the planning or zoning office before you list.

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

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

  3. To do
    Who collects the 3.9% combined local taxes depends on the booking channel

    Airbnb: collects it for you; Vrbo: not confirmed; Booking.com: not confirmed; Direct: you collect and remit. Where a channel's answer is not confirmed, check its tax settings.

  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 Lamar lists 3.9% combined tax rate. Recorded components: 0.9% Hotel room tax; 3% City sales 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.

Combined tax
3.9%
State tax
2.9%
Total for a direct booking
6.8%
License
Not available
Local filing
By booking channel

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.

Lamar: Recorded remittance instructions

city sales tax + room tax SELF-COLLECTED to City of Lamar; Airbnb collects city taxes under agreement

Source for these notes: ci.lamar.co.us: sales tax

Platform tax collection guidance for Lamar

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

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsCheck
VrboPlatform collectsCheck
Booking.comPlatform collectsCheck
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 3.9% combined tax

    Follow the channel breakdown above; 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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FigureValueSourceStatus
Lamar combined taxes3.9%
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Hotel room tax0.9%
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City sales tax3%
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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.

Lamar STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Lamar occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Lamar?

The licensing requirement for Lamar is not available. Check state and local license or registration rules before listing.

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.