Colorado Landlord-Tenant Laws
Complete guide to Colorado rental laws, security deposits, eviction procedures, and tenant rights
Security Deposit Laws
Maximum Deposit:
No statutory limit
Return Deadline:
30 days after move-out
Interest Required:
No
Note: Landlords must provide an itemized list of deductions when returning the security deposit.
Eviction Notice Requirements
Nonpayment of Rent:
10 days notice
Lease Violation:
10 days notice
Notice to Vacate
Month-to-Month Lease:
21 days notice
Fixed-Term Lease:
No notice required if lease ends
Late Rent Fees
Grace Period:
7 days
Maximum Late Fee:
$50 or 5% of rent
Additional Regulations
Rent Control:
No rent control
Landlord Entry Notice:
No statutory requirement
Legal Source: Colorado Revised Statutes 38-12