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Laws Regulating Landlords and Tenants

Subject
Housing
Published
10/11/2024

While lease agreements are the primary legal contract between landlords and tenants, there are also federal, state, and local laws regulating this relationship. This memorandum provides a detailed overview of Colorado laws regulating residential lease agreements, as well as applicable federal laws and examples of stricter local laws. It concludes with a list of resources for landlords and tenants. Nothing in this memorandum should be construed as legal advice.

The Colorado Senate and House of Representatives will not convene on Monday, January 20, 2025 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. day.

The effective date for bills enacted without a safety clause is August 6, 2025, if the General Assembly adjourns sine die on May 7, 2025 (unless otherwise specified). Details