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Colorado Residential Lease Agreement
Colorado’s landlord-tenant laws have changed significantly in recent years, and your lease needs to keep up. The state now caps security deposits at 2 months’ rent and requires 21 to 91 days’ notice to terminate a tenancy depending on how long the tenant has lived there. Build a current, compliant Colorado lease through RentRisk, powered by Rocket Lawyer.
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Colorado Landlord-Tenant Law at a Glance
Security deposit
2 months' rent (HB 23-1120, effective 2023)
Notice to terminate
21 days (tenancy 6 months or less); 28 days (6-12 months); 91 days (1-10 years)
Grace period
No statutory requirement
Entry notice
24 hours' advance notice required
Laws change. Your lease stays current.
Colorado landlord-tenant law has undergone major updates in recent years through HB 21-1121 and HB 23-1120, significantly expanding tenant protections and extending termination notice requirements.
“The information above reflects Colorado landlord-tenant law as of the date this page was last updated and is provided for general informational purposes only. Laws change. RentRisk lease agreements are powered by Rocket Lawyer, whose legal team monitors state law updates and keeps your agreement current — so even if this page hasn’t been updated, your lease is. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance specific to your situation.”
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Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado Lease Agreements
While oral leases can be valid for short-term tenancies in Colorado, a written lease is strongly recommended and legally required for most fixed-term agreements.
A written agreement protects both parties and is enforceable in Colorado courts.
2 months’ rent (HB 23-1120, effective 2023). RentRisk automatically includes the correct security deposit language for CO. in your lease.
24 hours’ advance notice required,. Your RentRisk lease includes the required entry notice language.
Colorado landlords must disclose: Lead paint (pre-1978), landlord name and address, mold disclosure, move-in inspection checklist. RentRisk includes all required Colorado disclosures automatically.
Technically yes, but it’s risky. Generic leases often miss Colorado -specific required disclosures and terms. Using a state-specific lease — like those created through RentRisk — ensures you’re covered under Colorado law.