Teller County officials continue to move forward with the development of the county’s first comprehensive short-term rental (STR) ordinance, marking a significant milestone in an ongoing community conversation about balancing tourism, property rights, neighborhood character, and public safety. Teller County remains one of the few counties in Colorado without countywide STR regulations, prompting local leaders to undertake an extensive public engagement process over the past year.
The Board of County Commissioners has conducted multiple public listening sessions, reviewed community survey results, and gathered feedback from residents, property owners, and industry stakeholders. County officials have indicated that the proposed ordinance is intended to address concerns related to neighborhood impacts, emergency response, and guest safety while preserving the economic benefits that short-term rentals provide to local property owners and the tourism economy.
According to county officials, a draft ordinance is expected to be released for public review, followed by a series of public hearings before any final action is taken by the Board of County Commissioners. The county has emphasized its commitment to transparency throughout the process and has made survey results, presentations, and supporting documents available to the public.
COSTRA will continue monitoring the ordinance development process and encourage Teller County short-term rental owners, managers, and community members to stay engaged as discussions progress and draft regulations become available for review.