Colorado Notice to Quit at End of Lease
Non-Renewal / End of Term Notice – C.R.S. § 13-40-107
This notice is used when you do not wish to renew a lease that is ending. Colorado requires different notice periods depending on the type of tenancy. Under HB 24-1098, landlords must generally offer a renewal before non-renewal, and must have “just cause” to non-renew tenancies of 12+ months.
📊 Tenancy Type & Notice Period
⚖️ Just Cause Reason (HB 24-1098)
Select the reason for non-renewal:
📅 Notice Date
👤 Tenant Information
🏠 Rental Property
📜 Legal Notice
NOTICE OF NON-RENEWAL / NOTICE TO QUIT
Pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes § 13-40-107 and in compliance with HB 24-1098, you are hereby notified that your tenancy at the above-referenced premises will NOT be renewed and will terminate at the end of the current lease term.
LEASE END DATE: [Date]
VACATE BY DATE: [Date]
REASON FOR NON-RENEWAL: [Reason]
You are required to surrender possession of the premises and vacate on or before the vacate date. Please return all keys to the landlord and leave the premises in clean condition, ordinary wear and tear excepted.
🚚 Move-Out Instructions
Security Deposit: Your security deposit will be returned within 30 days (or 60 days if specified in lease), less any lawful deductions. Please provide a forwarding address.
👔 Landlord/Agent Information
Landlord/Agent Signature
📬 Certificate of Service
Server’s Certification
Colorado Notice to Quit at End of Lease
When a lease is approaching its end date and you do not wish to renew, Colorado law requires proper notice to the tenant. The required notice period varies depending on the type of tenancy, and recent changes under HB 24-1098 add new requirements for landlords.
Notice Periods by Tenancy Type
| Tenancy Type | Notice Period | Statute |
|---|---|---|
| Week-to-Week | 7 Days | C.R.S. § 13-40-107(1)(a) |
| Month-to-Month | 21 Days | C.R.S. § 13-40-107(1)(b) |
| Year-to-Year or 1+ Year Fixed | 91 Days | C.R.S. § 13-40-107(1)(c) |
| Fixed Term Under 1 Year | None required (ends automatically) | Lease terms control |
HB 24-1098 Impact on Non-Renewals
Colorado’s 2024 just cause eviction law (HB 24-1098) significantly impacts lease non-renewals:
- Renewal Must Be Offered: Landlords must generally offer a renewal before non-renewal
- Just Cause for 12+ Months: Tenancies of 12+ months require a valid reason for non-renewal
- Documentation Required: The reason must be stated in the notice
- Exceptions Exist: Certain situations don’t require just cause
What Happens If Tenant Doesn’t Leave?
If the tenant remains after the lease ends and proper notice was given:
- The tenant becomes a “holdover tenant”
- Landlord may file a Forcible Entry and Detainer action
- Court hearing typically within 7-14 days
- If landlord wins, sheriff enforces eviction
⚠️ Legal Disclaimer
HB 24-1098 introduced significant changes to Colorado’s non-renewal requirements in 2024-2025. The just cause requirements and renewal obligations may apply to your situation. Consult with a Colorado attorney to ensure compliance before serving a non-renewal notice, especially for long-term tenants.
