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Colorado Expands Local Control of Massage-Facility Licensing
Colorado HB26-1257 gives local governments broader authority over massage-facility licensing, fees, and enforcement beginning August 12, 2026.
- Check city and county facility rules in addition to state requirements.
- Budget for possible local licensing fees and added application conditions.
- Watch local agendas and outreach for new or amended massage ordinances.
- Do not assume a license or rule in one Colorado locality applies statewide.
Published: 2026-08-25 · Reviewed: 2026-08-25
Official context
Colorado HB26-1257 took effect August 12, 2026 and allows local governments to impose massage-facility licensing requirements in addition to state law and to establish additional grounds for denial, suspension, or revocation. It removed the former $150 fee ceiling; a local fee must relate reasonably to administrative costs and generally may not exceed $500 unless higher costs justify it.
What this means
Colorado facility compliance can now vary more by city or county. For ordinances adopted on or after August 13, 2026, local governments must consider effects on legitimate massage businesses and conduct outreach to local massage therapists, businesses, and statewide organizations.
Official sources
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