Lodging Tax Regulation

Rooms & Accommodations

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the City of Loveland have lodging tax?

Yes, the lodging tax rate is 3.0%. This is in addition to the 3.0% sales tax. 

Do I have to apply separately for a lodging tax license?

No. When you apply for your sales tax license, you will check a box that tells the Sales Tax Division you are collecting taxes on lodging/short term rentals. This will trigger a lodging tax liability to appear on your account.

Do I have to collect sales and lodging tax if I only use marketplace facilitators like Airbnb or VRBO?

No. Marketplace facilitators are required to collect sales tax and lodging tax on your behalf, per the City of Loveland Lodging Tax Code.  

If I only rent through a marketplace facilitator, do I need a sales tax license? 

No. Since the marketplace facilitators are collecting sales and lodging taxes on your behalf, they are required to report those sales and remit the tax.

What do I do if I have sales through a marketplace facilitator and other sources?

You will need to apply for a sales tax license, which will also activate your lodging tax liability. The marketplace facilitator will report and remit sales and lodging tax to the City of Loveland for all sales going through their POS system. The person/entity managing the property will have to collect and remit sales and lodging tax coming from those other sources.

How do I file and pay my lodging tax?

You can file and pay via our online portal, Citizen Access or by using a paper form.

Do I have to charge sales tax and lodging tax on rentals that are 30 days or more?

No. Sales and lodging tax apply to short-term rentals only. A rental of 29 days or less is considered short-term. Please see our Rooms & Accommodations regulation above for detailed information. 

Additional Resource

Colorado Department of Revenue Marketplace Facilitators

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