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🏔 Colorado Security Deposit Itemized Deductions

Itemized Statement of Security Deposit Deductions

⚠ REQUIRED WHEN DEDUCTING 📄 Free Fillable PDF ✅ C.R.S. § 38-12-103
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ITEMIZATION IS REQUIRED BY LAW: If you deduct anything from the security deposit, Colorado law requires a written itemized statement sent within your return deadline (30 or 60 days). Without this, you may be liable for triple damages. Document every deduction with photos, receipts, and invoices.

🏠 Property & Tenancy

👤 Tenant Information

💰 Deposit Summary

📝 Itemized Deductions

List each deduction separately. Only damage beyond normal wear and tear is allowable.

Description of Damage / Charge Amount
✅ BALANCE RETURNED TO TENANT
$0.00
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Normal wear and tear is NOT deductible. Faded paint, minor scuffs, and worn carpets from regular use cannot be charged to the tenant. Only damage beyond ordinary use is allowable.

👔 Landlord Information

Landlord Signature
Signature of Landlord or Authorized Agent
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Colorado Itemized Deductions — Complete Guide

Under C.R.S. § 38-12-103, when a landlord retains any portion of a security deposit, they must provide the tenant with a written itemized statement within the return deadline. Failure to provide this statement can result in the landlord owing triple the amount wrongfully withheld plus attorney fees.

Allowable Deductions in Colorado

  • Unpaid rent — any rent owed through the end of the lease
  • Damage beyond normal wear and tear — holes in walls, broken fixtures, stained carpets from pets
  • Cleaning costs — if the unit was left significantly dirtier than move-in condition
  • Lease-specified charges — fees explicitly listed in the lease agreement

What Is NOT Deductible

  • Faded or scuffed paint from normal occupancy
  • Worn carpet from regular foot traffic
  • Small nail holes from hanging pictures
  • Natural aging of appliances or fixtures
Best practice: Complete a thorough Move-In/Out Inspection Checklist with dated photos at both move-in and move-out. This documentation is essential if you need to justify deductions.
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⚖ Legal Disclaimer

This form is for informational purposes only. Deduction rules depend on your specific lease terms and Colorado law. Consult a qualified Colorado attorney before withholding any portion of a security deposit in a disputed situation.