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Summer 2025 Update
The 2025 Colorado legislative session brought sweeping changes to
landlord-tenant law with nine major bills that impact Colorado rental property owners. Here's what you need to know to protect your investment and stay compliant.
Immediate Action Required
HB25-1240: Housing Subsidies Now Mandatory
Effective: May 29, 2025
All landlords must accept housing subsidies - refusal can cost you
$5,000+ per violation
Special rules for subsidized tenants: 30-day eviction notices (vs. 10-day) and $20 late fee cap
Action: Update your tenant acceptance policies immediately
HB25-1090: Full Price Transparency Required
Effective: April 21, 2025
All rental ads must show total price including mandatory fees
No hidden utility markups or undisclosed charges
Violations treated as deceptive trade practices
Action: Revise all your marketing materials and lease agreements HB25-1168: Enhanced Domestic Violence Protections Effective: May 22, 2025
Expanded protections for victims of domestic violence, stalking, and sexual crimes
Flexible documentation options including self-attestation
Mandatory no-fee repayment plans within 3 business days
Victims can change locks without penalty (must provide copy)
Action: Update your lease language and train any staff or property managers
Coming Soon
HB25-1249: Security Deposit Reform
Effective: January 1, 2026
Stricter "normal wear and tear" definitions
Required pre-move-out inspections if requested
14-day deadline for itemized deduction statements
Burden of proof shifts to landlords in disputes
No carpet deductions for units over 10 years old
Action: Start updating your move-out procedures and documentation systems now
HB25-1108: Letty's Act - Tenant Death Protections
Effective: September 1, 2025
Eliminates rent acceleration and penalties when lease ends due to tenant death
Limits liability to month-end or 10 business days after vacancy
Action: Review and remove problematic lease clauses before September
Additional Changes
HB25-1207: Pet-Friendly Housing (Effective August 6, 2025)
Affordable housing developments must allow pets with reasonable restrictions
Insurance companies can't discriminate based on dog breed
HB25-1236: Tenant Screening Updates (Effective June 2025)
No credit checks required for subsidized tenants
Portable screening reports valid for 60 days (up from 30)
SB25-020: Enhanced Enforcement (Effective May 28, 2025)
Government agencies can now directly enforce landlord-tenant laws
Courts can appoint receivers for neglected properties
Bottom Line
These changes prioritize tenant protections and significantly increase penalties for non-compliance. As a property owner, you should immediately review your policies, update lease agreements, and double check that your property manager is in the know. (Walters and Company Property Management stays up to date on all new laws and regulations) The financial penalties are substantial, so don't wait to make these changes.
Note: This summary is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Contact your attorney for specific compliance questions.
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