{"id":27011,"date":"2026-01-07T13:33:32","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T20:33:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/?p=27011"},"modified":"2026-01-07T13:51:26","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T20:51:26","slug":"security-deposits-in-colorado-changing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/security-deposits-in-colorado-changing\/","title":{"rendered":"Security Deposits in Colorado Are Changing: What Landlords and Investors in Denver Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1144px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting January 1, 2026, Colorado landlords and property managers will face some important changes regarding security deposits, thanks to the passage of HB25-1249. Think of it as a little \u201chousekeeping upgrade\u201d for landlords. The goal is to make expectations clearer and help everyone play by the same rules. Here\u2019s what you need to know.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Redefining Normal Wear and Tear<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the biggest changes is a new, clearer definition of \u201cnormal wear and tear.\u201d Under <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/leg.colorado.gov\/bills\/HB25-1249\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HB25-1249<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this refers to the natural deterioration, minor damage, or everyday uncleanliness that happens with typical use without negligence, abuse, or carelessness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means landlords can no longer automatically deduct for things like minor scuffs, fading paint, or the everyday flattening of carpet fibers. Picture it like walking across a brand-new carpet in socks. Some wear is inevitable and expected. However, if a unit is left substantially dirtier than at move-in, landlords can still account for cleaning costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_27018\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-27018\" class=\"size-large wp-image-27018\" src=\"https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Window sill damage documented during a rental property inspection, illustrating how inspections support fair handling of security deposits in Colorado\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-scaled.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-11-24_13-53-26_048-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-27018\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Damage to a window sill identified during a rental inspection. Under Colorado\u2019s updated security deposit rules, documenting damage like this helps determine what goes beyond normal wear and tear and supports fair, defensible deposit deductions.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This clarification benefits both tenants and landlords, setting reasonable expectations. It also highlights the importance of accurate <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/rental-inspection-services\/?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=january_2026\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">move-in inspections<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Documenting the initial condition of the property is like creating a \u201csnapshot in time\u201d that protects landlords if disputes arise over what counts as excessive damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Carpet and Paint Rules<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HB25-1249 also sets limits on charging for carpet and paint. Landlords can\u2019t charge for full replacement or repainting if damage is confined to just part of a unit. Carpets older than ten years can\u2019t be charged for at all, regardless of damage. Paint charges are allowed only for substantial damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Denver rental properties, this makes documenting carpet age, paint condition, and any localized damage essential. Think of it as keeping a little visual diary of the property. It\u2019s much easier to prove the facts later than rely on memory alone. Detailed move-in inspections and photos provide a solid foundation for any necessary deductions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Security Deposit Documentation and Returns<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The law also expands documentation requirements and timelines for returning security deposits. Landlords must provide a written statement detailing exactly why any portion of a deposit is being withheld. Supporting evidence such as photos, receipts, invoices, or inspection reports should accompany the statement or be provided within 14 days if requested.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If landlords fail to meet these requirements, or act in bad faith, they risk losing the right to keep any portion of the deposit. \u201cBad faith\u201d includes things like overcharging more than 125% of actual damages, billing for preexisting issues, or withholding deposits for discriminatory or retaliatory reasons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Denver landlords, organized records are no longer optional. They\u2019re a must. Clear, timely documentation can prevent disputes from spiraling into costly headaches and ensures deposits are returned fairly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pre-Move-Out Inspections<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another big change is that tenants can now request a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/rental-inspections\/?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=january_2026\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pre-move-out inspection<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Landlords must offer the inspection at a mutually convenient time, either in person or via a virtual walkthrough, after tenants have removed furnishings.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_27014\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-27014\" class=\"size-large wp-image-27014\" src=\"https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Pristine apartment documented during a rental inspection, establishing baseline condition for security deposits in Colorado\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-scaled.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/scotthomeinspection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_2025-10-01_12-24-21_481-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-27014\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A well-maintained, move-in\u2013ready apartment documented during an inspection. Clear records of a pristine starting condition help set expectations and protect both landlords and tenants when handling security deposits under Colorado\u2019s updated rules.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These inspections are like a sneak peek at the house before the final curtain call. They give landlords a chance to spot damages beyond normal wear and tear, and they give tenants a chance to fix minor issues before move-out. Agents representing investors can highlight the value of this process: it reduces surprises and strengthens tenant relationships.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Security Deposits and Special Circumstances<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The law also considers unique situations. For example, tenants who are survivors of domestic violence may terminate a lease early without being held responsible for damage caused by the perpetrator. Any economic impact to the landlord is capped at one month\u2019s rent, provided proper documentation is shared.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, if a refund check is returned after being sent to the tenant\u2019s last-known address, the landlord must hold it for at least one year and disburse it within fifteen days upon request. These rules emphasize fairness and transparency.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Preparing for Compliance in 2026<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For real estate investors and landlords in Denver, preparing for these changes now is crucial. Here are some proactive steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conduct thorough move-in inspections with detailed reports and photos.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule pre-move-out inspections when requested by tenants.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep organized documentation of repairs, receipts, and invoices.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Update lease agreements to reflect allowable deductions and inspection procedures.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking these steps does more than ensure compliance with HB25-1249. It can reduce disputes, safeguard investment properties, and keep tenants and landlords on the same page. Agents can use this information to educate clients and help make transitions smoother, all while keeping the process as painless as possible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Security deposits in Colorado are about to change. Beginning January 1, 2026, Colorado\u2019s HB25-1249 introduces clearer rules around normal wear and tear, limits on carpet and paint charges, expanded documentation requirements, and new inspection rights for tenants. For Denver landlords and real estate investors, understanding these updates now is essential to staying compliant, avoiding disputes, and protecting rental properties as the rules around security deposits become more defined and enforceable.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":27017,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5153,4571,5429],"tags":[5432,5438,5431,5434,5439,5436,5437,5435,5433,5430],"class_list":["post-27011","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-denver-rental-license","category-industry-update","category-news","tag-colorado-landlords","tag-colorado-property-investors","tag-denver-landlords","tag-denver-rental-properties","tag-landlord-best-practices","tag-move-in-inspections","tag-pre-move-out-inspections","tag-property-management-colorado","tag-rental-property-compliance","tag-security-deposits-in-denver"],"nelio_content":{"autoShareEndMode":"never","automationSources":{"useCustomSentences":false,"customSentences":[]},"efiAlt":"","efiUrl":"","followers":[19,10],"highlights":[],"isAutoShareEnabled":true,"networkImageIds":[],"permalinkQueryArgs":[],"series":[],"suggestedReferences":[]},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v18.1 (Yoast SEO v27.2) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Security Deposits in Colorado Are Changing: What Landlords and Investors in Denver Need to Know - Scott Home Inspection<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Security deposits in Colorado are changing in 2026. 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