Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form – Any housing structure built before 1978 requires Lead Paint Disclosure under federal law.

Radon Disclosure Form – Landlords in Colorado must comply with the Radon Disclosure law. They are required to reveal any information they have regarding radon concentrations at the property and issue a warning statement to potential tenants about the dangers of radon. Additionally, landlords must provide Tenants with a copy of the brochure on radon and real estate from the Department of Health & Environment.

Radon Disclosure law – Required to reveal any information they have regarding radon concentrations at the property and issue a warning statement to potential tenants about the dangers of radon. Landlords must provide tenants with a copy of the brochure on radon and real estate from the Department of Health & Environment.

Source: C.R.S. § 38-12-803

Maximum – The maximum amount of security deposit that a landlord can charge in Colorado is an amount that is equal to or less than two month’s rent.

Return – The landlord must return the security deposit within one (1) month. However, if the lease agreement outlines a specific deadline for the return of the security deposit, the landlord must adhere to such a deadline, which cannot exceed sixty (60) days.

Return after Termination – In cases where the lease has been terminated as a result of hazardous conditions arising from gas equipment, the tenant is entitled to receive their security deposit within a maximum of seventy-two (72) hours. It is important to note that landlords must strictly comply with these legal requirements, and failure to do so may result in legal repercussions.

Source: C.R.S. § 38-12-102.5

Grace Period – In the state of Colorado, lessees are granted a seven (7) day grace period for tardy rental payments. Property owners are prohibited from imposing any fees or penalties on rental payments until the eighth (8th) day. If the tenant fails to remit payment by the conclusion of the grace period, the landlord may issue a ten-day notice to vacate.

Written Disclosure – Colorado landlords or their agents can charge late fees if disclosed on the lease.

Maximum Penalty – Landlords may charge a late fee of $50 or 5% of past due rent, whichever is greater, as the maximum penalty.

NSF Fee – $20 per bounced check.

Source: C.R.S. § 38-12-105(a), C.R.S. § 38-12-105(1)(c), C.R.S. § 38-12-105(1)