Colorado Property Management Related Legislation

Below is a list of legislative bills passed in Colorado that impact rental housing. For each bill we share the key points and link the full bill. All information is obtained directly from the Colorado General Assembly website. This information should not be considered legal advice.

HB23 1253 - Task Force To Study Corporate Housing Ownership

Effective Date: August 7th, 2023Key points:Examination of Corporate Housing Ownership: The task force is directed to study housing ownership by corporate entities and analyze residential real estate transactions involving these entities in Colorado since January 1, 2008, inc...

HB23 1068 Pet Ownership in Housing

Effective Date: January 1st, 2024Key points:Prohibition on Breed-Based Insurance Discrimination: Insurers cannot deny, cancel, or increase premiums for homeowner's or dwelling fire insurance policies based solely on the breed or mix of breeds of a dog residing at the propert...

HB24-1308 - Effective Implementation of Affordable Housing Programs

Effective Date: August 7th, 2024Key points:Streamlined Application Process: The Division of Housing is required to accept applications for affordable housing programs quarterly, beginning at the start of each state fiscal year. Applications must be reviewed promptly, with any req...

HB24 1007 - Prohibit Residential Occupancy Limits

Effective Date: July 1st, 2024Key points:Prohibition of Occupancy Limits Based on Familial Relationships: Local governments, including counties, cities, and municipalities, are prohibited from limiting the number of individuals who can live together in a single dwelling based on...

SB24 134 - Operation of Home-Based Businesses

Effective Date: August 7th, 2024Key points:Prohibition of HOA Restrictions: HOAs are barred from outright banning home-based businesses operated by unit owners or residents with the owner's permission. Compliance with HOA Regulations: While HOAs cannot prohibit thes...

HB24 1098 - Cause Required for Eviction of Residential Tenant

Effective Date: April 19th, 2024Key points:Requirement for Cause in Evictions: Landlords are prohibited from evicting residential tenants without cause. Valid causes for eviction include:Unlawful Detention: Situations where a tenant unlawfully retains possession of the pr...

SB24 094 - Safe Housing for Residential Tenants

Effective Date: May 3rd, 2024Key points:Definition of Uninhabitable Conditions: The bill expands the definition of uninhabitable conditions to include issues such as mold associated with dampness, lack of functioning appliances (including air conditioning units), inadequate ...

HB24 1152 - Accessory Dwelling Units

Effective Date: August 6th, 2025Key points:Mandatory ADU Allowance: Effective June 30, 2025, municipalities with populations of 1,000 or more within metropolitan planning organizations, and certain counties, must permit one ADU as an accessory use to a single-unit detached d...

HB24-1318 - Modify Rental Premises Person with Disability

Effective Date: August 7th, 2024Key points:Removal of Restoration Requirement: Landlords can no longer require renters with disabilities to restore the interior of the premises to its original condition after making necessary modifications. Financial Responsibility Shi...

HB24 174 - Sustainable Affordable Housing Assistance

Effective Date: August 6th, 2025Key points:Housing Needs Assessments: The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) is tasked with developing methodologies for conducting statewide, regional, and local housing needs assessments by December 31, 2024. Local governments with popu...

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