Last updated: April 2026
Englewood renters are protected by Colorado state law — there is no local rent control ordinance, no just cause eviction requirement, and no additional local tenant protections beyond what Colorado law provides. Here is what every Englewood renter needs to know.
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Englewood is a small city in Arapahoe County, immediately south of Denver, with a dense urban character and an active rental market. Renters here frequently ask about their rights when a landlord raises rent, fails to return a security deposit, or initiates an eviction.
Englewood has no local landlord-tenant ordinances. Colorado lifted its statewide ban on local rent control in 2021 (SB 21-173, C.R.S. § 38-12-301), but Englewood has not enacted any rent stabilization ordinance. All renter protections derive from Colorado state law, primarily the Colorado Warranty of Habitability Act (C.R.S. § 38-12-501 et seq.), the Security Deposit statute (C.R.S. § 38-12-101 et seq.), and the Colorado Eviction Act (C.R.S. § 13-40-101 et seq.).
This guide explains Colorado state law protections for Englewood renters. It is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Renters facing urgent housing issues should consult a licensed Colorado attorney or contact a legal aid organization listed at the bottom of this page.
Englewood has no rent control. Colorado lifted its statewide prohibition on local rent control in 2021 (SB 21-173), giving municipalities the authority to enact rent stabilization. However, Englewood has not passed any rent control or rent stabilization ordinance. Landlords may raise rent by any amount at lease renewal.
For month-to-month tenancies, landlords should give reasonable advance written notice before a rent increase takes effect. There is no Englewood ordinance capping the amount of any rent increase, and there is no city board or approval process. The Englewood City Council retains the authority to enact a local ordinance — but as of April 2026, none exists.
On a fixed-term lease, a landlord cannot raise your rent during the lease term without your written agreement. Increases only take effect at renewal.
Colorado state law provides Englewood renters with the following protections:
Habitability — Colorado Warranty of Habitability Act (C.R.S. § 38-12-501 et seq.): Landlords must maintain rental units in a habitable condition — functioning heat, plumbing, electricity, and structural safety. If a landlord fails to make repairs after written notice, tenants may seek a rent reduction, repair-and-deduct remedy, or lease termination for serious habitability violations.
Security Deposit (C.R.S. § 38-12-101 et seq.): Must be returned within 30 days of lease end (or up to 60 days if the lease allows), along with an itemized written statement of deductions. Wrongful withholding may entitle the tenant to treble (triple) the withheld amount plus attorney fees (C.R.S. § 38-12-103).
Notice to Terminate (C.R.S. § 13-40-107): Landlords must give month-to-month tenants at least 91 days' written notice before terminating the tenancy. This is among the longest required notice periods for residential tenancies in the country. Tenants owe the same notice period to end a month-to-month tenancy unless the lease provides otherwise.
Anti-Retaliation (C.R.S. § 38-12-509): Landlords may not retaliate against tenants for reporting code violations, contacting a housing inspector, or exercising any legal right. Retaliation is a recognized defense in Colorado eviction proceedings.
Lockout and Utility Shutoff Prohibition: Self-help eviction is prohibited in Colorado. Landlords must obtain a court judgment before removing a tenant. Illegal lockouts or utility shutoffs expose the landlord to civil liability.
Colorado security deposit rules (C.R.S. §§ 38-12-101 through 38-12-104) apply to all Englewood rentals:
No Statutory Cap: Colorado does not limit the deposit amount by statute. The deposit is set by the lease — negotiate before signing.
Return Deadline: The landlord must return the deposit with an itemized written statement of any deductions within 30 days after the tenancy ends (or up to 60 days if the lease expressly allows it) (C.R.S. § 38-12-103(1)).
Allowable Deductions: Landlords may deduct for unpaid rent and damage beyond normal wear and tear. Ordinary wear — minor scuffs, small nail holes, routine carpet aging — cannot be charged against the deposit. Document the unit with dated photos at move-in and move-out.
Penalty for Wrongful Withholding: If a landlord willfully and wrongfully withholds the deposit or fails to provide the itemized statement on time, the tenant may recover treble (triple) the withheld amount plus attorney fees under C.R.S. § 38-12-103(3).
Tenant Tip: Provide your forwarding address in writing on or before move-out day. This starts the 30-day return clock. Keep a copy as evidence of the date provided.
All Englewood evictions must follow Colorado's formal court process under C.R.S. § 13-40-101 et seq. Landlords cannot remove tenants through self-help — changing locks, shutting off utilities, or removing belongings without a court order is illegal.
Step 1 — Written Notice:
Step 2 — Filing in County Court: If the tenant does not comply with the notice, the landlord files a Forcible Entry and Detainer (FED) complaint in Arapahoe County Court. The tenant receives a summons and has the opportunity to contest the eviction.
Step 3 — Court Hearing: Both parties present their case before a county court judge. Tenants may raise defenses including payment of rent, habitability violations, improper notice, and retaliation. Contact Colorado Legal Services (coloradolegalservices.org) for free legal help before your hearing.
Step 4 — Writ of Restitution: If the court rules for the landlord, the tenant is given time to vacate voluntarily. If they do not, the Arapahoe County Sheriff — not the landlord — enforces the Writ of Restitution.
Self-Help Eviction Is Illegal: An Englewood landlord who locks you out or shuts off utilities without a court order faces civil liability. Call 911 and document the incident, then contact Colorado Legal Services for free assistance.
No. Englewood has no rent control ordinance. Colorado lifted its statewide ban on local rent control in 2021 (SB 21-173, C.R.S. § 38-12-301), but Englewood has not enacted any rent stabilization law. Landlords may raise rent by any amount at lease renewal. There is no local cap, no percentage limit, and no board to appeal a rent increase.
There is no legal limit on rent increases in Englewood. Without a local rent control ordinance, landlords may raise rent by any amount at lease renewal. For month-to-month tenancies, landlords should provide reasonable advance written notice before the new rent takes effect. On a fixed-term lease, rent cannot increase during the lease term without your written agreement — only at renewal.
Your landlord must return your security deposit with an itemized written statement of deductions within 30 days after the tenancy ends — or up to 60 days if the lease expressly allows it (C.R.S. § 38-12-103). If the landlord willfully and wrongfully withholds the deposit, you may recover treble (triple) the withheld amount plus attorney fees (C.R.S. § 38-12-103(3)). Provide your forwarding address in writing on or before move-out day.
Colorado law requires landlords to give month-to-month tenants at least 91 days' written notice before terminating the tenancy (C.R.S. § 13-40-107). For evictions based on nonpayment or lease violations, different notice periods apply. After giving proper notice, the landlord must file in Arapahoe County Court — they cannot remove you without a court order.
No. Self-help eviction is prohibited in Colorado. An Englewood landlord who changes your locks, shuts off utilities, or removes your belongings without a court order faces civil liability. Eviction must go through Arapahoe County Court, and only the Arapahoe County Sheriff may enforce a Writ of Restitution. If you are locked out, call 911 to document it and contact Colorado Legal Services (coloradolegalservices.org) for free legal help.
Notify your landlord in writing of the needed repair. Under the Colorado Warranty of Habitability Act (C.R.S. § 38-12-501 et seq.), landlords must maintain habitable conditions. If they fail to make repairs after written notice, you may have the right to seek a rent reduction, use the repair-and-deduct remedy, or terminate the lease for a serious habitability violation. Contact Colorado Legal Services (coloradolegalservices.org) for free legal guidance.
This page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The information reflects Colorado law as of April 2026. Laws change, and their application depends on the specific facts of your situation. Renters in Englewood facing eviction, deposit disputes, or other housing issues should consult a licensed Colorado attorney or a qualified legal aid organization. RentCheckMe is not a law firm and cannot provide legal representation or advice.
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