Colorado 5-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit

Exempt Landlord – C.R.S. § 13-40-104(1)(d.5)

For Landlords with 5 or Fewer Single-Family Rentals

⏱️ SHORTER NOTICE PERIOD FOR EXEMPT LANDLORDS:

This 5-day notice is ONLY for landlords who qualify as “exempt” under Colorado law – those who own 5 or fewer single-family rental homes AND have included notice of this shorter period in the lease agreement. If you don’t meet these requirements, use the standard 10-Day Notice instead.

✅ Eligibility Confirmation

✅ Confirm You Qualify as an Exempt Landlord

You may use this 5-day notice ONLY if ALL of the following apply:

You own 5 or fewer single-family rental properties
Each property is leased as a single-family home (not multi-unit apartments)
Your lease agreement specifically states you are an exempt landlord entitled to the 5-day notice period

I confirm that I qualify as an exempt landlord under C.R.S. § 13-40-104(1)(d.5) and my lease includes notice of the 5-day demand period.

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Warning: Using the wrong notice period can invalidate your eviction case. If you’re unsure whether you qualify, use the standard 10-day notice to be safe.

📅 Notice Information

Date of Notice*

Compliance Deadline

⏰ TENANT MUST PAY OR VACATE BY:

Enter notice date above

👤 Tenant Information

Tenant Name(s)*

Additional Occupants

🏠 Rental Property

Property Address*

City*

ZIP Code*

County*

🏘️ Landlord Property Count

Number of Single-Family Rental Properties You Own*

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Count only single-family homes you lease out. Do not count: your primary residence, multi-unit apartment buildings, or commercial properties. If you own 6+ rental properties, you must use the 10-day notice.

💰 Amount Owed

Monthly Rent Amount

List all unpaid rent periods:

Period Due Date

Amount Due

TOTAL RENT OWED

$0.00

📜 Legal Notice

DEMAND FOR COMPLIANCE OR RIGHT TO POSSESSION

EXEMPT RESIDENTIAL AGREEMENT – 5-DAY NOTICE

Pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes § 13-40-104(1)(d.5) and your lease agreement which specifies the landlord’s exempt status, you are hereby notified that you are in default for failure to pay rent.

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO:

Pay the total amount of $0.00 for past due rent within FIVE (5) DAYS from the date this notice is served upon you, OR surrender and vacate the premises.

If you fail to pay the full amount owed or vacate the premises within the 5-day period, the landlord may file a Forcible Entry and Detainer (eviction) action against you in County Court.

💳 Payment Instructions

Make Payment To*

Payment Address*

Accepted Payment Methods

👔 Landlord Information

Landlord Name*

Landlord Address*

Phone Number*

Landlord Signature

Print Name

Date

Signature of Landlord

📬 Certificate of Service

Date of Service*

Method of Service*

If Personal/Substitute, Served To

Server’s Certification

I certify that I served this notice on the date and in the manner indicated above.

Server’s Name

Date

Server’s Signature

Colorado 5-Day Notice for Exempt Landlords

The 5-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit is a shorter notice period available to qualifying “exempt” landlords in Colorado. Under C.R.S. § 13-40-104(1)(d.5), landlords who own 5 or fewer single-family rental properties may use this expedited notice if they’ve properly disclosed their exempt status in the lease agreement.

Who Qualifies as an Exempt Landlord?

To use the 5-day notice period, you must meet ALL of these criteria:

Property Count: You own 5 or fewer rental properties
Property Type: Each property is a single-family home (not apartments or multi-family)
Lease Disclosure: Your lease agreement explicitly states you are an exempt landlord and entitled to the shorter notice period

Critical Requirement: The 5-day notice period must be disclosed in your lease agreement BEFORE you can use it. You cannot use this form if your lease doesn’t mention the exempt landlord status.

Comparison: 5-Day vs. 10-Day Notice

Feature	5-Day Notice (Exempt)	10-Day Notice (Standard)
Landlord Type	5 or fewer single-family rentals	6+ rental properties
Notice Period	5 calendar days	10 calendar days
Lease Requirement	Must disclose exempt status	No special disclosure needed
Applicable Statute	C.R.S. § 13-40-104(1)(d.5)	C.R.S. § 13-40-104(1)(d)

How to Add Exempt Landlord Language to Your Lease

To qualify for the 5-day notice period, include language similar to this in your lease:

“Landlord hereby discloses that Landlord qualifies as an exempt landlord under C.R.S. § 13-40-104(1)(d.5), owning five (5) or fewer single-family rental properties. Pursuant to this exemption, in the event of nonpayment of rent, Landlord may issue a Demand for Compliance with a five (5) day cure period rather than the standard ten (10) day period.”

Common Questions

Does my primary residence count toward the 5-property limit?

No. Only count properties you rent out. Your primary residence doesn’t count toward the limit.

What if I own a duplex or triplex?

Multi-unit properties typically don’t qualify as “single-family homes.” The exemption is specifically for single-family rental homes. Consult an attorney if you’re unsure.

Can I use the 5-day notice for lease violations too?

Yes, exempt landlords can use the shorter 5-day period for both non-payment and lease violations, provided the lease discloses the exempt status.

⚠️ Legal Disclaimer

This form is for informational purposes only. Using the wrong notice period can invalidate your eviction case. If you’re unsure whether you qualify as an exempt landlord, consult with a Colorado attorney or use the standard 10-day notice to be safe.