Boulder weighs easing short-term rental rules for Sundance Film Festival

Boulder weighs easing short-term rental rules for Sundance Film Festival

The Boulder City Council on Sept. 4 gave initial approval to an ordinance that would make it easier for homeowners to rent out properties during the Sundance Film Festival, which is expected to bring tens of thousands of visitors to the city. The measure would create a new short-term “festival lodging” rental license, the first major policy shift tied to Boulder’s successful bid to host the 11-day event beginning in January 2027. Under the propo…