Colorado Landlord-Tenant Law: 2026 Guide
The plain-English breakdown of Colorado rental law every self-managing landlord needs. Security deposit limits, late fee rules, notice periods, eviction process, and the official statute link, all in one place.
Colorado at a glance
Source: official Colorado statute. Verified against 2026 text.
Colorado landlord-tenant law in plain English
Colorado landlord-tenant law sets the rules every rental in the state has to follow. Security deposits are capped at no statutory cap, late fees are governed by capped (see crs 38-12-105), the standard notice to terminate a month-to-month lease is 60 days, and security deposits must be returned within 30-60 days after the tenant moves out. The exact statute is the source of truth for any specific dispute.
Common Colorado landlord questions
Answered against the verified facts above and the linked statute. Not legal advice.
What is the maximum security deposit a landlord can charge in Colorado?
Does Colorado cap late fees on rent?
How much notice does a Colorado landlord have to give to end a month-to-month lease?
How long does a Colorado landlord have to return the security deposit?
Can a landlord lock me out or shut off utilities in Colorado?
Where can I read the full Colorado landlord-tenant statute?
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Information here is general guidance, not legal advice. Verify with the linked statute or a licensed attorney before acting. Colorado statute: https://law.justia.com/codes/colorado/title-38/property-real-and-personal/article-12/