Throughout the 2026 Colorado legislative session, COSTRA actively monitored legislation that could impact Colorado’s short-term rental industry and property owners. While no major statewide short-term rental legislation advanced this year, our team remained engaged with lawmakers and coalition partners to evaluate proposals that could affect housing, taxation, and local government authority.
HB26-1206 – Improved Funding to Support Development
COSTRA monitored House Bill 1206, which expands financing tools available to local housing authorities by allowing additional bonding authority and, with voter approval, new local funding mechanisms to support affordable housing development. While the bill did not directly regulate short-term rentals, it reflected the continued legislative focus on housing policy and local funding strategies.
HB26-1233
COSTRA tracked HB26-1233 throughout the session because of its potential implications for housing policy and property owners. Although the bill did not result in direct changes to Colorado’s short-term rental regulations, it was closely monitored as part of COSTRA’s broader effort to stay ahead of legislation that could influence the operating environment for vacation rental owners and managers.
SB26-116
Senate Bill 116 was another measure closely followed by COSTRA during the legislative session. The bill was reviewed for its potential impact on the housing and lodging sectors, but it ultimately did not create new statewide regulations governing short-term rentals.
The 2026 legislative session reinforced the importance of maintaining a strong presence at the Capitol. COSTRA will continue working with legislators, industry partners, and local communities to ensure the voice of Colorado’s short-term rental industry is represented as housing and tourism policy continues to evolve.