Tenant protections

• Right to habitable housing under Colorado law.
• Evictions must go through court.
• Tenants may have remedies for serious uninhabitable conditions (proper notice required).
• Keep documentation (photos, repair requests, receipts).

Habitability standards

• Landlord must maintain premises in a livable condition (basic health/safety).
• If essential services fail, notify landlord in writing and document it.
• Consider contacting local code enforcement for serious hazards.
• Keep a timeline of events (dates, names, copies of messages).

Eviction rules

• Evictions require court action; landlords must follow notice rules.
• Do not ignore notices or court papers—respond quickly.
• If you’re locked out or utilities are cut unlawfully, seek legal help.
• Keep proof of rent payments and communications.

Security deposit rules

• Colorado regulates deposit return timelines and allowable deductions.
• Request an itemized list of deductions if deposit is withheld.
• Do move-in/move-out photos and keep receipts.

Official Complaint Resources

• Colorado Judicial Branch — Eviction Forms / Help
• HUD Fair Housing Complaint (official)

State Housing Agency