Step 1. Access The Portal 

1. Open your web browser and go to https://accela-aca.fcgov.com/CitizenAccess/Welcome.aspx 
2. You must have an account prior to registering your property.  If you’re a new user, follow the prompts to create an account. If you already have an account, log in with your existing credentials. 
3. Helpful Hint: Adding your contact information when you register for your account makes the registration process faster and easier! 

Step 2. Start the Registration Process 

1. Once logged in, select the Submit Rental Registration option in the middle of the page. 
2. Read and accept the General Disclaimer by checking the box that states “I've read and accepted the above terms.” 
3. Select the blue Continue Application button. 

Step 3. Select Property Address 

1. Enter the Street Number and Street Name of the rental property in the designated field. You don't need to enter any other information (city, state, owner name, etc.) because it will auto-populate. 
2. Select the blue Search button. 
3. Select the correct address from the pop-up window, then scroll down and select Select. 
4. Once the owner is selected, the owner and parcel fields will auto-populate. 
5. Select the blue Continue Application button. 

If you’re registering more than one unit on the same property, or have more than one property owner: 

• If there are multiple units on the property, you can choose any one address for your application. The rest of the addresses will be listed on the registration automatically when you submit. 
• If there are multiple owners, you’ll only be able to select one owner’s name on the application, but all owners will be listed on the registration. 

Step 4. Provide Rental Information 

1. Select Select Building Type to enter information about the type of unit you're registering (apartment, duplex, etc.) and how many units you are registering. 
2. In the Additional Information section, you can share any other information that will help us process your registration. 
3. Select on the blue Continue button. 

If any units on the property are owner-occupied: 

Owner-occupied units should not be included in the number of units you're registering. Use the Additional Information field to tell us which units are owner-occupied so we register the proper addresses/units. 

Step 5. Fill in Property Details 

1. Fill in additional property details such as who owns the property, how the property is managed or another primary contact for email correspondence. 
2. Confirm you understand the responsibility for meeting the minimum standards of the International Property Maintenance Code by checking the indicated box. 

Step 6. Enter Contact Information 

1. Provide contact information for the property owner, property manager and/or other responsible party. 
2. You can use existing contact information for the account holder or the owner by selecting the blue Select from Available Contacts button. Or, select Add New Contact Info to include another contact on the application. 
3. Select on the blue Continue Application button. 

Step 7. Submit the Application 

1. At the bottom of the screen, check the box stating you are authorized to submit the application and that all information is correct. 
2. Select the blue Continue Application button to submit your rental registration application. 

Completion 

Once submitted you'll receive an email stating your application has been submitted for review. After your application is reviewed and approved a request for payment will be sent. Payment can be made online or via check. Upon receipt of payment your certificate will be emailed to you. 

How much does it cost?

Rental registration is required by the City's Municipal Code.  The goal of annual rental registration is to:

• Open communication between the City and rental property owners, and help strengthen landlord and tenant education and outreach.
• Provide better data to help the City understand and support our unique rental housing market.
• Ensure that housing units in the City meet our minimum requirements by requiring self-certification of rental properties annually.

Since tenants will be able to access a database of registered rental properties within the City, registering your rental property with the City confirms your property is in compliance with rental housing code. 

The base registration fee is $37 each year for every rental property, plus $10 for each additional rental unit on the same piece of property. Here are some examples of fees from different types of rental properties: 

• 1 standalone house on it’s own piece (“parcel”) of land: $37 
• An apartment building with four units: $67 ($37 base fee + $30 for additional rental units) 
• 3 condo units in the same building: $111 ($37 for each property) 
• 5 standalone houses: $185 ($37 for each property)

This fee is charged annually.  

Each individual property must be registered separately (not each unit).  For example, apartments on the same property can be registered together.  Condos must be registered separately because they are each on their own "parcel" and can be bought and sold separately.

Once you have submitted your first record, you can use the "Copy Record" feature to save time on additional applications.  Just click "Copy Record" and then uncheck the boxes for Address and Parcel.  This will open a new application with the contact information already entered, so you can just enter the address and building information.  

No, inspections are not required as part of the registration process.  Property owners will be asked to "self-certify" that their property meets minimum standards. 

Renters can request an inspection at any time if they believe their property does not meet minimum standards.    

• Monthly prize drawings for cleaning services, pest prevention services, and other prizes 
• Grants: The City of Fort Collins has provided more than $200,000 in grant funding to rental properties who participate in early registration for repairs and upgrades. 
• Coming soon: Funds for professional development for property managers
• And more

No, members of the public will only be able to see if a property is currently registered.  This will assist tenants in confirming that a home is a legal rental unit.  They will not be able to see any contact information included in the registration.

Registration is required by City ordinance, and fines will be assessed if property owners do not comply with registration requirements.  The goal is voluntary compliance, and property owners will be sent multiple notices before a violation is written.  

Once you submit your registration, you will not be able to modify it.  Please email us at rentalhousing@fcgov.com and we will assist you with making changes to your registration.