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Colorado at a glance: Security Deposit Limit: 2 months' rent · Deposit Return Deadline: 30 days (default); up to 60 days if lease specifies · Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month (No Fault): 91 days (HB 24-1098)
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Overview
Lease Agreements in Colorado
Colorado landlord-tenant law is governed by C.R.S. § 38-12-101 et seq. Colorado has significantly strengthened tenant protections in recent years. Security deposits are capped at two months' rent, and deposits must be returned within one month (or longer if the lease specifies, up to 60 days).
For evictions, landlords must now provide a 10-day notice for non-payment of rent. For no-fault terminations, landlords must provide 91 days' notice under HB 24-1098 (effective 2024). Colorado has no statewide rent control.
Key Facts
Colorado Lease Agreement — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Colorado Rule |
|---|---|
| Security Deposit Limit | 2 months' rent |
| Deposit Return Deadline | 30 days (default); up to 60 days if lease specifies |
| Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month (No Fault) | 91 days (HB 24-1098) |
| Eviction Notice (Non-Payment) | 10-Day Notice |
| Rent Control | None statewide |
| Governing Law | C.R.S. § 38-12-101 |
Legal Requirements
Colorado Legal Requirements
- Security deposits capped at 2 months' rent (C.R.S. § 38-12-102.5).
- Landlords must return deposits within 30 days (or up to 60 if stated in lease) with itemized deductions.
- Lead paint disclosure required for pre-1978 properties.
- No-fault terminations require 91 days' written notice (HB 24-1098).
- Landlords must provide 24 hours' notice before entry for non-emergency situations.
Governing Laws
Colorado Governing Laws
C.R.S. § 38-12-102.5
Security Deposit Limit
Caps security deposits at two months' rent for residential tenancies.
C.R.S. § 13-40-104
Unlawful Detainer — Notice Requirements
Requires 10-day notice to pay or quit before filing eviction for non-payment of rent.
HB 24-1098
No-Fault Eviction Notice
Requires 91 days' advance notice for no-fault terminations of residential tenancies, effective 2024.
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Colorado legal resources or your state legislature's official website.
Questions & Answers
Colorado Lease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the security deposit limit in Colorado?
Colorado caps security deposits at two months' rent. Deposits must be returned within 30 days of move-out (or up to 60 days if specified in the lease) along with an itemized statement of deductions.
How much notice does a Colorado landlord need to terminate a lease?
For no-fault terminations of month-to-month tenancies, Colorado now requires 91 days' written notice (under HB 24-1098). For evictions based on non-payment, a 10-day notice to pay or quit is required.
Does Colorado have rent control?
No. Colorado does not have statewide rent control, and Denver and other cities do not currently have local rent stabilization programs.