Frequently Asked Questions

Anyone conducting any type of business or making deliveries within the City limits of Pueblo is required to obtain a license. Refer to Title 9, Section 9-1-2 and Title 14, Section 14-4-81 of City of Pueblo Ordinances.

There is a base fee of $50 for a business license. Depending on the type of business being conducted, there may be additional fees and requirements involved. You can refer to Title 9 - Licenses and Permits or contact our office at (719) 553-2659 for specifics.

The sales and use tax rate is 3.7%. The total tax rate for Pueblo is 7.6%. The breakdown consists of 3.7% for the City tax, 2.9% for the state tax, and 1% for the county tax.

There is a 3.7% use tax imposed on purchases made outside the City limits of Pueblo for use, storage, or consumption in the City of Pueblo. Refer to Title 14, Section 14-4-63 of the Pueblo City Ordinances for additional information.

Yes, all construction materials purchased or used within the City are taxable. There are no jobs that are exempt from sales and/or use tax. Construction contractors and/or subcontractors who perform a construction contract for a charitable or religious organization are considered to be the end user of all tangible personal property used or consumed and thus subject to sales and use tax. If the 3.7% City of Pueblo sales tax has not been paid, a 3.7% use tax is due. For more information, refer to the City of Pueblo Tax Guide.

Yes, in addition to a temporary use permit, you must obtain a sales tax license, a peddlers permit, and may need to go through inspections. Please contact the Finance Department at (719) 553-2659 for specific requirements.

No, the postmark is not acceptable as proof of a timely filing. All PIF Schedules must be received by the City of Pueblo, Sales Tax Division no later than 5:00 p.m. on the due date. Schedules may be dropped off at the City of Pueblo Sales Tax Division, 130 Central Main St., Pueblo, Colorado 81003.

The City of Pueblo will notify the North Gateway Number 1 Public Improvement Corporation of the status of all PIF filings. Failure to file the PIF Schedule may constitute a violation of your lease or real estate agreement and could result in accrued interest, penalties, collection costs and/or legal fees.