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Section 1 captures the personalized details pertinent to you, your tenants, and your rental property, such as tenant information, rent amounts, and utilities. These details are added during the lease creation process. The lease agreement is structured for easy comprehension, with a summary table at the beginning and further details, like smoking policy, utilities, and keys, elaborated within Section 1. The following are notable items in this section:
Section 2 comprises language tailored to Colorado’s legal requirements. These clauses are editable with the use of our Advanced Editor. However, it is best to consult with an attorney to make sure any changed clauses are in compliance with state or local laws. Key clauses within this section include:
Section 3 contains clauses that are commonly found in lease agreements across the U.S. These clauses were included with insights from experienced landlords to ensure that best practices are followed in the lease. Notable clauses include:
Attorney’s Fees (Section 3.17): In case of disputes, only the winning party can recover legal fees from the other party as per Colorado law.
Yes, you can customize the lease agreement by adding specific rules or clauses in the Additional Provisions section of Section 1 or by using our Advanced Editor feature. This allows you to include property-specific rules, necessary local clauses, or other unique terms. It is important to know that any change to a lease provision clause may take you out of compliance with state or local laws and It is always recommended to review any additions with a lawyer for legal compliance.
If a tenant does not return all keys upon moving out, they are required to cover the full cost associated with rekeying the property, as outlined in Section 1 of the lease agreement.
Yes, the lease agreement specifies that a late fee can be charged if rent is not paid in full by the 7th of the month. The late fee is either 5% of the unpaid rent amount or $50, whichever is greater, and it is a one-time charge per month based on the unpaid balance, as per Section 2.1.
Tenants may request to change locks or install new security devices, but they must do so in writing. The tenant is responsible for the cost of additional rekeying or security devices, while the installation must be carried out by the landlord, as stated in Section 2.12.
Colorado’s new law requires landlords to provide a radon disclosure notification, which includes information about recent testing for radon. This requirement is incorporated into the lease agreement to ensure compliance.