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1. I just purchased a business or rental property, what do I need to do?

1. Was tangible personal property exchanged? 

1. If yes, complete the tax on sale of business form (TOSOB) and return with payment within 10 days of closing.
2. If no, complete the tax on sale of business form (TOSOB) and return within 10 days of closing.

2. Do you provide taxable items or services in the city limits?

1. If yes, setup a sales tax account by completing the Application Form 
2. If you are not sure, Email salestax@steamboatsprings.net or 970-871-8233

3. Does your business activity include;

1. Vacation home rental?
   1. If yes, contact the city planning department to see if a (VHR) vacation home rental permit is needed.
      City of Steamboat Planning Department or 970-871-8258
2. Food preparation?
   1. If yes, contact the Routt County Environmental Health or 970-870-5588
3. Sale of beer/wine/liquor
   1. If yes, contact City of Steamboat Springs City Clerk or 970-871-8275 

4. Will sales take place only during a single or one-time special event?

1. If yes, contact City of Steamboat Springs Special Events Department 
2. A one-time event use single event sales tax application and deposit is required. Email salestax@steamboatsprings.net or 970-871-8233 

5. Does your business or rental property use water?

1. If your business or rental property is located within the City of Steamboat Springs Water District, or to find out if it is, contact utilities@steamboatsprings.net to obtain information in regard to rates, billing schedules, outstanding balances and to open a new account.
2. If your business or rental property is within the Mt Werner Water District, please contact that office at 970-879-2424.
3. If your business or rental property is within the Routt County Water District, please contact that office at 970-870-5588.

2. How do I set up a new sales tax account?

Complete our online Sales Tax Application  you will receive an e-mail with you sales tax license in next 10-14 business days.

Sales Tax Application

3. Does my license ever expire?

No, the licenses are valid and active unless an account closure notice is received.

4. When is my sales tax return due?

Sales tax returns are due on the 20th of the month following the end of the reporting period (i.e. January would be due February 20th, Quarter 1 (Jan - Mar) would be due April 20th).

5. How do I change my address?

Complete the account change form located here. Account Change Form

6. What is the City Sales Tax Rate

As of 1/1/17 the City sales tax rate is 4.5%

7. What is the total sales tax rate I should charge in the City of Steamboat Springs?

As of 1/1/17 8.4% (4.5% City, 2.9% State and 1% County). Please contact us for additional information regarding sales taxes on lodging.

8. How do I file my Sales Tax Return?

File online at www.xpressbillpay.com or complete a paper return.

Sales Tax Return

9. How do I know if I am located in city limits?

Use the interactive map to look up your address. Interactive Map

10. Does the City of Steamboat have a Use Tax?

The City of Steamboat Springs imposes use tax on automotive vehicles, construction materials and factory built housing. The City does not have a consumer use tax.
Please call City Hall at 970-879-2060 for more information

11. Is the Colorado Retail Delivery Fee taxable?

Effective Feb 1, 2023 the  Colorado Retail Delivery Fee  is exempt.