Effective Date: May 29th, 2025
Key points:
Eviction Notice Requirements:
Landlords must follow federal eviction notice timelines when evicting tenants who receive rental assistance.
Late Fee Cap:
Covered tenants cannot be charged late fees exceeding $20 per late payment.
Warranty of Habitability Reimbursement:
Landlords must reimburse tenants the difference between the rent paid and fair rental value if the unit fails to meet habitability standards—regardless of whether rent was paid via subsidy.
Fair Housing Obligations Expanded:
Landlords must respond to requests for subsidy-related documentation, cooperate with applications, and comply regardless of their business size—small landlord exemptions are removed.
Mandatory $5,000 Damages/Penalties:
Courts must award at least $5,000 to tenants prevailing in subsidy-related discrimination cases. The Colorado Civil Rights Commission must also impose a $5,000 fine per violation.
