Does Colorado Have Rent Control? 2025 Update

If you rent your home in Colorado, you may be wondering: are there any rent control protections that limit how fast or how much your landlord can increase your rent in 2025? This article will walk you through Colorado's latest laws, official resources, and your key renter rights related to rent increases and stabilization.

Current Status of Rent Control in Colorado (2025)

As of 2025, Colorado does not have statewide rent control. No state law caps the amount or frequency of rent increases for most private rental properties. This means landlords generally set rent based on their discretion, as long as they comply with proper notice requirements and do not discriminate.

However, recent legislative changes have affected local decision-making. In 2023, Colorado repealed its state ban on local rent control ordinances. This paves the way for cities and counties to consider their own rent control or stabilization policies, but as of early 2025, no major Colorado city has enacted enforceable rent control rules yet.^[1]

How Do Rent Increases Work in Colorado?

Even without statewide rent control, landlords in Colorado must still follow certain rules when raising rent:

• Required Notice: For month-to-month leases, landlords must provide advance written notice before increasing rent. The required notice period depends on how long you’ve lived in the unit:
• Less than 1 year: 21 days' notice
• 1 year or more: 91 days' notice
• For fixed-term leases (like a 12-month lease), rent usually can't be raised until the lease renews, unless the lease states otherwise.

There are no limits in state law on how much the rent can be increased, as long as landlords give the proper notice and the increase is not retaliatory or discriminatory.

Relevant Forms for Renters

• Notice of Rent Increase (no official form number): This is a written notice from your landlord notifying you of a planned rent increase. Texas does not provide an official statewide form, but your landlord must deliver this to you in writing within the legally required notice period. For example, if you’ve lived in your rental for 2 years, your landlord must give you a written statement of the new rent at least 91 days beforehand. For verbal tenancies or uncertainties, you may wish to request written confirmation.
  Colorado Renters and Tenants Resources (Colorado Department of Local Affairs)
• Notice to Terminate Tenancy (Form JDF 97): Used if you decide not to accept a new rent increase and want to end your lease. You must give written notice according to Colorado law. Download the official Notice to Quit form and learn more about when and how to use it at the Colorado Judicial Branch Forms page.

Can Cities and Counties Regulate Rent in Colorado?

As of 2025, local governments in Colorado may, at their discretion, consider rent control or rent stabilization measures. None have passed citywide legislation yet; however, local advocacy and city council discussions continue. For the most up-to-date information, check your city or county housing department.

• The City and County of Denver: Residential Renters and Landlords
• State resource for finding local ordinances: Colorado General Assembly

Which Tribunal or Board Handles Rental Disputes?

The main government entity responsible for rental housing issues in Colorado is the Colorado Department of Local Affairs Office of Resident Services. For eviction actions and formal court proceedings, cases are handled by Colorado County Courts.

What Law Governs Rent and Rent Increases in Colorado?

Most renter and landlord rules are found under the Colorado Revised Statutes Title 38 – Property – Real and Personal. See particularly §38-12-701 to §38-12-705 for tenancy and notice requirements.

FAQ: Colorado Rent Control & Rent Increases

1. Does Colorado have any statewide rent control?
   No, there is currently no statewide rent control law in Colorado. Landlords may generally set rent based on the market, provided they follow legal notice requirements.
   
2. Can cities like Denver or Boulder pass their own rent control?
   Yes. Since the 2023 law change, cities and counties can pass rent control or stabilization measures, but as of 2025, none have adopted such policies.
   
3. How much notice must my landlord give for a rent increase?
   21 days if you've lived there less than 1 year; 91 days if you have rented for 1 year or longer, for most month-to-month leases.
   
4. What if I can’t afford a rent increase?
   You may choose to negotiate with your landlord, or provide a Notice to Quit. If you believe the increase is illegal or discriminatory, you can seek help from your local housing authority or the Colorado Department of Local Affairs.
   
5. Where do I go if I have a rent increase dispute?
   Try to resolve issues with your landlord first. If that fails, you may contact the Colorado Department of Local Affairs or, in some cases, file a case in County Court.
   

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• Colorado Department of Local Affairs Renter Rights: Guides, complaint forms, and official tenant-landlord information.
• Colorado Office of Resident Services: Help with legal rights, fair housing, and rental complaints.
• Colorado General Assembly: Up-to-date bills and state laws affecting renters and landlords.
• Colorado Legal Services: Free or low-cost assistance for qualifying renters with legal housing problems.

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1. [1] Colorado HB23-1115: Local Government Authority to Regulate Residential Rents
2. [2] Colorado Department of Local Affairs – Renters and Tenants
3. [3] Colorado Revised Statutes Title 38 – Property
4. [4] Colorado Judicial Branch – Landlord/Tenant Forms
5. [5] Colorado County Courts

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