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Superior is a small but rapidly growing town in Boulder County, Colorado, situated at the base of the Front Range. While the town does not have its own landlord-tenant ordinances beyond standard short-term rental regulations, renters in Superior are protected by a robust set of Colorado state laws covering security deposits, habitability, eviction procedures, and anti-retaliation.
Tenants in Superior most commonly ask whether there is local rent control, how much notice a landlord must give before terminating a lease, and what protections exist against wrongful eviction. The answers are governed entirely by Colorado state statutes, which were significantly strengthened in 2024 with the passage of a statewide just-cause eviction law.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws may change; consult a qualified attorney or legal aid organization for guidance specific to your situation.
Superior, Colorado has no rent control ordinance, and there is no cap on how much a landlord may raise rent. Colorado state law historically prohibited local rent control under C.R.S. § 38-12-301, though SB 21-173 (2021) lifted that preemption and allowed municipalities to enact their own ordinances. As of May 2026, the Town of Superior has not passed any rent stabilization or rent control measure.
This means a landlord in Superior may raise the rent by any amount, but only once per 12-month period and only with proper written notice before the increase takes effect. Tenants should review their lease for any contractual limits on mid-lease increases.
Security Deposit (C.R.S. § 38-12-102 to § 38-12-104): Colorado law does not limit the amount of a security deposit a landlord may collect, but the landlord must return it — along with an itemized written statement of any deductions — within 30 days after the tenancy ends (or up to 60 days if the lease expressly provides for the longer period). Landlords who wrongfully withhold a deposit may owe the tenant treble (triple) the improperly withheld amount plus reasonable attorney fees.
Warranty of Habitability (C.R.S. § 38-12-501 to § 38-12-511): Landlords must maintain rental units in a habitable condition, including functioning heat, plumbing, weatherproofing, and freedom from significant mold or pest infestations. If a landlord fails to remedy a material habitability defect after receiving written notice, tenants may be entitled to a rent reduction, lease termination, or damages.
Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month Tenancy (C.R.S. § 13-40-107): Landlords must provide at least 91 days written notice before terminating a month-to-month tenancy. This longer notice period — extended from 21 days by SB 21-173 — gives tenants meaningful time to find new housing.
Just Cause Eviction (C.R.S. § 38-12-1303, HB24-1098): Signed into law in April 2024, Colorado now requires landlords to have a recognized cause before evicting a tenant or declining to renew a lease. Permitted grounds include nonpayment of rent, material lease violations, illegal activity, nuisance, as well as no-fault reasons such as owner move-in, demolition, or substantial renovation — each subject to specific notice and relocation requirements.
Anti-Retaliation (C.R.S. § 38-12-509): Landlords may not retaliate against a tenant for reporting code violations, requesting repairs, or organizing with other tenants. Retaliatory acts include unwarranted rent increases, reduction in services, and threats of eviction.
Colorado imposes no statutory cap on the amount a landlord may collect as a security deposit in Superior or anywhere else in the state. However, the return timeline and penalty rules are strict under C.R.S. § 38-12-102 through § 38-12-104.
Return deadline: The landlord must return the full deposit — or the remaining balance after lawful deductions — along with an itemized written statement within 30 days after the tenancy ends and possession is returned. If the lease explicitly provides for a longer period, the landlord has up to 60 days.
Itemization requirement: Any deduction must be itemized in writing. Landlords may deduct for unpaid rent, lease-specified fees, and damage beyond normal wear and tear — but not for ordinary wear and tear.
Penalty for wrongful withholding: A landlord who wrongfully withholds a security deposit is liable for treble (triple) damages on the improperly withheld amount, plus the tenant's reasonable attorney fees (C.R.S. § 38-12-103).
Forwarding address: Tenants should provide a written forwarding address at move-out; failure to do so may affect the landlord's obligations and the tenant's ability to claim penalties.
Just Cause Requirement (C.R.S. § 38-12-1303): Under Colorado's HB24-1098, effective April 2024, landlords must have cause to evict or decline to renew a lease. For-cause grounds include nonpayment of rent, material lease violations, creation of a nuisance, and criminal activity on the premises. No-fault grounds include owner or family-member move-in, demolition, substantial renovation, and withdrawal from the rental market, each requiring specific advance notice — typically 90 days.
Eviction Notices: The type and length of notice depends on the ground for eviction:
Court Process: If the tenant does not vacate or remedy the violation within the notice period, the landlord must file a Forcible Entry and Detainer (FED) complaint in county court. The tenant has the right to be served with a summons, appear at the hearing, and raise defenses. A court judgment is required before any eviction can take place.
Self-Help Eviction Prohibited: Landlords in Colorado are strictly prohibited from locking out a tenant, removing doors or windows, cutting off utilities, or taking any other self-help measures to force a tenant out. Violations may result in significant damages against the landlord (C.R.S. § 38-12-510).
This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Tenant-landlord laws change frequently, and local ordinances may differ. Always verify current laws with a licensed Colorado attorney or a qualified legal aid organization before taking action. RentCheckMe.com makes no warranties regarding the completeness or accuracy of this information.
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