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1. Why do I need a State sales tax number to apply for the County's sales tax license?

Because the County is "Statutory" or "State Collected", all Rio Blanco County sales tax is remitted to the State and then passed on to the County under the State's sales tax number. The State's sales tax number is used as a reference whenever issues arise with the State.

2. When starting a business, where do I start?

For general information and links regarding the opening of a business in Rio Blanco County, please refer to the Establishing a Business section.

3. As a vendor, am I allowed to retain a vendor fee when I submit the sales tax?

The Rio Blanco County Service Fee, also known as the Vendor's Fee, is three and thirty-three one hundredths percent (3.33%) for all Rio Blanco County sales tax filers who submit timely filed returns. It is not allowed on a delinquent return.

4. I purchased a business in Rio Blanco County. Is there any sales tax due?

When a business is purchased within Rio Blanco County, sales tax is due on the tangible personal property that transferred in the purchase. Items such as desks, tables, tableware, equipment, and computers are some examples of taxable tangible property. To determine the value of the tangible personal property, refer to the sale contract.

5. I purchased a business in Rio Blanco County. Can I continue to use the existing license?

When a business has a change of ownership, new State and County licenses must be applied for.

6. If I am purchasing items for resale, do I pay sales tax?

If the tangible personal property is inventory for resale it is exempt from sales tax. However, at the time of purchase, a copy of your State and County sales tax licenses must be presented.

7. Does receiving a Rio Blanco County sales tax license imply that a business has permission to open?

No. The purpose of the Rio Blanco County sales tax license is to show the public that the business has the authority to collect and remit Rio Blanco County sales tax. It does not imply that a business has permission from Rio Blanco County to operate. It is the owner's responsibility to contact the various County departments or other jurisdictions to determine the legality of doing business.

8. If my business is located within Rio Blanco County and I deliver to a location outside of Rio Blanco County, do I collect county sales tax?

For deliveries outside of Rio Blanco County, no County sales tax is collected.

9. When does my Rio Blanco County sales tax license expire?

The Rio Blanco County sales tax license expires at the end of each calendar year. It will renew automatically in January if your business is in good standing. However, it does become invalid if the business closes or ownership changes.

10. How do I request a change of mailing or location address?

The easiest way to change an address is to call the office at 970-878-9610. You will need to provide your State sales tax number, your name and phone number, name of the business, and new address. A new license will be sent out with no fee. Be advised, we can only change the address in the Rio Blanco County sales tax system. The Colorado Department of Revenue, other taxing jurisdictions or other County departments, do not get this change and will have to be contacted separately.