Colorado Security Deposit Law
What landlords in Colorado need to know about deposit limits, refund deadlines, interest, and penalties for getting it wrong.
Deposit cap
No statutory cap
Refund deadline
30 days
Up to 60 days if the lease specifies a longer period.
Interest required?
No
No statewide interest requirement.
Separate account?
Not required
Penalty for noncompliance
Willful failure to return can trigger treble damages plus reasonable attorney's fees.
Statute: Colo. Rev. Stat. § 38-12-103
This page summarizes general state-level rules as of 2026 and does not cover city or county ordinances, which can be stricter. Verify against the statute cited above or with a local attorney before relying on it. See all states.