City of Englewood, Colorado
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2023 Updates
PLEASE NOTE: Effective January 1, 2023 the following Tax Rate and Fee Changes for the City of Englewood:
- The City of Englewood, Colorado local Sales and Use Tax Rate increases from 3.5% to 3.8%. This change affects taxable transactions in January 2023 and thereafter.
- The Medical Marijuana Sales and Use Tax Rate increases from 3.5% to 3.8%
- The Retail Marijuana Sales and Use Tax Rate increases from 10.0% to 10.3%
- The Waste Transfer Surcharge Fee increases from $0.50 per cubic yard to $0.63 per cubic yard
- Colorado House Bill HB 21-1162 (signed into law in 2021) states that single use plastic bags are effectively banned as of January 1, 2024. Effective January 1, 2023, a $0.10 per bag fee is charged to customers for recycled paper bags and single use plastic bags that the business provides to the customer. Businesses are to remit 60% of the bag fees collected to the City of Englewood on a quarterly basis. Please note the exemption for retail food establishments/restaurants and small stores (a store that operates solely in Colorado and has 3 or fewer locations). A franchise is not exempt. Please note, the bag fee is not subject to sales tax.
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Online Licensing and Tax System
The City of Englewood has partnered with GovOS fka MUNIRevs to provide an online business licensing and tax collection system This system allows businesses to access their accounts and submit tax returns and payments online.
Access the Online Licensing and Tax System fka MuniRevs System here
GovOS fka MuniRevs Tutorial and Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
GovOS fka MuniRevs Informational Presentation (PDF)
Phone and web support:
1-888-751-1911
Email support@munirevs.com
PLEASE NOTE: Effective January 1, 2016, a $25 filing fee was implemented. As provided in the Englewood Municipal Code Title 4 Municipal Finances and Taxation and Title 5 Business and License Regulations, a paper filing fee of $25.00 for each remittance or license application received in paper format and processed in-office will be imposed.
About Sales, Use and Other Taxes at the City of Englewood
The City of Englewood's services are dependent, in part, on tax revenues received. We recognize the importance of providing adequate levels of service and infrastructure while maintaining a fair tax structure. The overall tax structures of Colorado and metro Denver rank among the lowest in the nation.
- Sales & Use Tax Frequently Asked Questions
- Standard Exemption Affidavit (PDF)
If you have questions about the Standard Exemption Affidavit, please watch this helpful video produced by the Colorado Municipal League:
Please Note: 3.8% Sales and Use Tax Rate Effective January 1, 2023: Retail Sales Tax A 3.8% Sales Tax is charged on all sales in the City of Englewood except groceries. For definition purposes, a sale includes the sale, lease or rental of tangible personal property. All businesses operating in the City must obtain a Sales and Use Tax License.
| Combined Sales and Use Tax Rate Composition: |
Effective Until 12/31/2022 |
Effective As Of 1/1/2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific & Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) | 0.10% | 0.10% |
| City of Englewood Sales Tax | 3.50% | 3.80% |
| Arapahoe County | 0.25% | 0.25% |
| State of Colorado | 2.90% | 2.90% |
| RTD | 1.00% | 1.00% |
| Total | 7.75% | 8.05% |
Use Tax: The City also has a 3.8% Use Tax. All businesses in the City of Englewood are liable for the 3.8% tax on the tangible personal property used or consumed in their business. This includes purchases and leases of equipment, materials, supplies, etc. that are not resold or remanufactured by you. If your vendor has collected the 3.8% municipal sales tax, your liability has been satisfied. If the vendor did not collect the 3.8% from you, your business is required to pay the tax directly to the City of Englewood.
Confused about Englewood Zip Codes and don't know which taxing jurisdiction you are in? There is some misunderstanding about which Zip Codes are actually within Englewood's jurisdiction, as the U.S. Postal Service has designated some areas in Sheridan, Greenwood Village, Centennial, Cherry Hills Village, unincorporated Arapahoe County, and unincorporated Douglas County with Englewood mailing addresses. We offer the following links to help clarify Zip Codes and jurisdictions.
- Zip Code details - A listing of Englewood Zip Codes
- Englewood Street Guide - a complete listing of streets and address ranges within the city limits of Englewood
- Sales and Use Tax Locator - This Sales and Use Tax Rate Locator will provide the jurisdiction and tax rate based on your address.
- Tax Guide - This guide provides general information regarding the City of Englewood’s sales and use taxes.
Free Sales Tax Seminars for Businesses - The Revenue Division offers free Sales Tax Seminars each quarter in the Perrin Room at the Englewood Public Library.
Sales Tax Forms:
Please make your checks payable to the "City of Englewood" and send your sales and use tax remittance to:Finance Department
Tax and Licensing Division
1000 Englewood Parkway
Englewood, CO 80110-2373
Other Englewood Taxes
- Building Materials Use Tax: The City's Sales Tax shall not apply to the sale of construction and building materials (as defined in section 29-2-109, C.R.S.) if such materials are picked up by the purchaser and if the purchaser of such materials presents to the retailer a building permit or other documentation acceptable to the City showing that a local use tax has been paid or is required to be paid.
- Lodging Tax: A 2% Englewood Lodging Tax applies to all lodging services, including short-term rentals less than 30 days. This tax is in addition to the 3.8% City Sales Tax.
If you have questions that are not answered on this page, please contact us via email.