Mid Term Rentals // City of Boulder

What you need to know...

Mid-term rentals (30+ days) fall under the Long-Term Rental Licensing framework in both the City and County of Boulder.

1. City of Boulder (30+ Days)

• Rentals of 30 days or more require a Standard Long-Term Rental License (not a short-term license) bouldercounty.gov+14bouldercolorado.gov+14homads.com+14.

• Properties must pass SmartRegs energy inspections, meet occupancy limits, and comply with safety/maintenance codes vacationrentallicense.com+3bouldercolorado.gov+3bouldercolorado.gov+3.

• Leases must be in writing and outline rent, term, and tenant rights library.municode.com+14bouldercolorado.gov+14steadily.com+14.

2. Unincorporated Boulder County

• No short-term license is needed for 30+ day rentals—these are considered standard residential leases.

• That means no county rental license, but you must comply with landlord–tenant law, HOA regulations, zoning, parking, and septic/water provisions bouldercolorado.gov+10bouldercounty.gov+10lafayetteco.gov+10.

• HOA rules often play a major role—some restrict or prohibit rental durations—so always check your covenants.

3. Mid-Term (1–11 Month) Leases

• These leases are treated like long-term rentals, and both tenant rights and occupancy regulations apply homads.com+5steadily.com+5lafayetteco.gov+5.

• Expect standard lease requirements, security deposits, and adherence to local rental licensing where applicable.

✅ Bottom Line: What You Need to Do

• City renters (30+ days): Get a Long-Term Rental License and comply with inspections and written lease laws.

• County renters (30+ days): No formal license, but follow landlord–tenant laws and HOA/covenant rules.

• Mid-term renters: Treat them like long-term tenants with written leases, proper notices, and legal compliance.

If you're a homeowner or investor in Boulder County, and you’re exploring mid-term rental options—especially in HOAs—let’s connect. I’ll help you navigate compliance, maximize returns, and stay ahead of regional rental regulations.

Need a printable checklist or FAQ for your rental-ready property? Just say the word!

Kelly McCallister, Realtor // Kelly.McCallister@8z.com // 303-517-5524 // buy. sell. invest.