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Colorado
Landlord Laws
2026 Complete Guide

Everything a landlord needs to know about Colorado law — eviction process, security deposits, entry rights, rent control status, and local court resources.

4
out of 10 · Tenant Leaning
📋
Notice Period
10 days
⏱️
Full Eviction
~60 days
💰
Deposit Max
None (return in 30 days)
🔑
Entry Notice
24 hrs
💳
Late Fee Cap
$50 or 5%
Rent Control
No
Live Market Data · RentCast

Colorado Rental Market

Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend

Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$1,233
2 Bedrooms
$1,663
3 Bedrooms
$2,523
YoY Trend
-3.1%
Days on Market
33d
Denver
80222
1BR$1,090
2BR$1,575
3BR$2,595
YoY
+5.4%
DOM
50.27d
Listings
123
Fort Collins
80525
1BR$1,375
2BR$1,750
3BR$2,450
YoY
-11.7%
DOM
16.38d
Listings
267

Colorado Eviction Process

Complete timeline for removing a non-paying or violating tenant in Colorado

01
Serve Notice
10-day written notice for non-payment of rent. Must be delivered personally or posted on door.
02
File Complaint
If tenant fails to pay or vacate after 10 days, file an eviction complaint at your local court. Filing fee: $85–$224.
03
Court Hearing
Hearing typically scheduled 7–14 days after filing. Bring your lease, all notices, rent ledger, and any communications with the tenant.
04
Judgment & Possession
If you win, the court issues a judgment for possession. Tenant typically has 24–72 hours to vacate. If not, obtain a writ of possession.
ESTIMATED TOTAL TIMELINE
10d
Filing + Hearing (14d)
7d
Writ (29d)
Average total: 60 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.

Security Deposit Rules

Colorado security deposit laws, limits, and return requirements

💰
Maximum Deposit
None (return in 30 days)
Per current statutes
📅
Return Deadline
14–45 days
After tenant vacates
📋
Itemization Required
Yes
Written itemization of deductions
📈
Interest Required
No
Required in some high-reg states

Rights & Responsibilities

What both parties are entitled to under Colorado law

✅ Landlord Rights
No rent control statewide
Month-to-month: 21 day notice
⚖️ Tenant Rights
Repair & deduct
Retaliation protections
Domestic violence protections

Required Disclosures

Items you must disclose to tenants in Colorado before or at lease signing

📄 Lead paint
📄 Mold disclosure
📄 Radon

Rent Control Status

Colorado rent increase and rent control laws

No Rent Control in Colorado
Colorado has no statewide rent control law. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice (typically 30 days for month-to-month, or at lease end for fixed terms). Late fees are subject to a cap: $50 or 5%.

Colorado Landlord FAQs

Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results

How long does eviction take in Colorado?+
The average eviction timeline in Colorado is 60 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 10 days. Filing fee is $85–$224.
What is the security deposit limit in Colorado?+
In Colorado, the security deposit maximum is None (return in 30 days). Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Colorado have rent control?+
No. Colorado has no statewide rent control. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice — typically 30 days for month-to-month tenancies.
How much entry notice is required in Colorado?+
Landlords in Colorado must provide at least 24 hours written notice before entering a rental unit.

Compare Similar States

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3
75d eviction · 2 months (1 month if 62+)
Delaware
5
60d eviction · 1 month (after 1yr)
Hawaii
3
60d eviction · 1 month
Illinois
4
60d eviction · None (Chicago varies)
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