Eviction in Colorado
State-specific overview · Property & Real Estate
Colorado requires landlords to provide 10 days' written notice before filing for eviction for non-payment of rent.
How Colorado treats Eviction
Landlords must give tenants at least 10 days to cure non-payment before initiating eviction proceedings under Colorado law. For other lease violations, landlords typically must provide notice and opportunity to cure within a reasonable timeframe. Colorado courts handle eviction cases, and the process generally takes several weeks from filing to judgment. Tenants have the right to appear in court and present a defense.
The general definition of Eviction
The legal process by which a landlord removes a tenant from rental property.
Eviction is the formal legal process a landlord uses to force a tenant to leave the property. The landlord must have a valid reason—such as non-payment of rent, lease violation, or the end of the lease term—and must follow strict procedural rules, which vary by state. Typically, the landlord must give written notice (often 30 days or more), file a case in court, and obtain a judgment from a judge before the tenant can be physically removed. A tenant has the right to defend themselves in court and present their side of the story.
Read the full Eviction entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Colorado.