Laws

Landlords in Colorado can take legal action to change or end an agreement with a tenant. However, landlords must meet specific requirements when imposing new rental agreement guidelines or evicting a tenant. Understanding how retaliation by a landlord is defined can help you determine your tenant rights in Colorado. Colorado Laws Protect Tenant Rights to Initiate Specific Actions Renters in Colorado may legally take certain actions to address concerns about their home and community. Colorado’s warrant of habitability…

If you are a renter in Colorado, you have the right to expect that your unit will be habitable. Whether you are renting an apartment or a home, a warranty of habitability exists to ensure that your living conditions are safe and your unit is functional.  If a landlord violates the warranty of habitability, you have rights — including the right to break your lease early, pay for repairs and reduce your rent accordingly, or sue your landlord…