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ABOUT COLORADO SHORT-TERM RENTAL ASSOCIATION

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Our Mission

The Colorado Short Term Rental Association is a 501(c)(6) organization that advocates for fair, balanced, and equitable policies that protect the rights of property owners and managers, strengthen local communities, and ensure the long-term sustainability of Colorado’s short term rental industry.

Our vision

We envision a Colorado where short-term rentals coexist with thriving neighborhoods, contribute to local economies, and remain a valued part of the state’s tourism and hospitality landscape for generations to come.

Our story

The Colorado Short Term Rental Association (COSTRA) was founded out of the Colorado Lodging and Resort Alliance (CLARA), a statewide coalition of professional property managers, vacation industry operators, employees, and supportive organizations. CLARA worked to advance fair and effective policies that enhanced industry standards, promoted best practices, and stimulated the economic impact of Colorado’s tourism industry.

As short-term rentals became an increasingly vital part of Colorado’s tourism and housing landscape, it became clear that a dedicated association was needed — one focused solely on protecting property rights, supporting STR operators, and ensuring that the sector continues to thrive alongside strong and vibrant communities. COSTRA builds on CLARA’s legacy of advocacy and collaboration, carrying forward the same commitment to working with local, state, and federal policymakers to create fair and effective regulations that benefit both STR operators and Colorado’s communities.

who we serve

Our association represents:

Short-term rental property owners
Professional property managers
Vacation rental industry employees
Small businesses connected to the STR ecosystem
Advocates for fair housing and tourism policy
Community members who value responsible STR operations

What We Do

Advocacy for fair str polices

We work with local and state policymakers to ensure short-term rental regulations are balanced, fair, and protect the rights of responsible hosts. By joining, you help give STR owners a unified voice in shaping policies that keep hosting sustainable while supporting Colorado’s tourism economy.

Best Practices & Education

From navigating local regulations to learning best practices in safety, guest experience, and operations, we provide resources and training to help hosts thrive. Membership gives you access to webinars, workshops, and up-to-date guidance on the ever-changing STR landscape.

Community Building across colorado

We connect hosts, property managers, and industry partners across the state to share knowledge, support one another, and strengthen the short-term rental community. Through events, meetups, and peer networking, you’ll be part of a growing, supportive community that works together for shared success.

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COSTRA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Julia Koster

Executive Director

Julia Koster serves as the full time Executive Director for COSTRA, keeping the organization running and ensuring efficiencies across statewide advocacy efforts. Julia has served as the Executive Director for the Summit Alliance of Vacation Rental Managers since 2021 and joined CLARA as executive director in 2024 to aid in alliance development, public affairs, government relations and grassroots advocacy. Prior to working in advocacy, Julia worked in the vacation rental industry in roles including Director of Business Development and Director of Sales for property management companies in Breckenridge, Colorado. She has a keen understanding of the vacation rental industry, business acumen to keep our organization running smoothly, and has rapidly developed positive working relationships with lawmakers and their staff. As the olive branch promoting positive engagement in policy development, Julia is a strong and knowledgeable advocate for vacation rentals who can quickly advance relationships with key decision makers in our government.