Colorado Notice to Pay Rent or Quit — Free Generator & 2026 Requirements
Updated July 2026 · Reviewed against Colorado statutes
Serving a proper pay-or-quit notice is the first legal step in every Colorado nonpayment eviction — and getting it wrong can force you to restart the entire process. Colorado requires 10 days' notice. The tool below builds a correctly formatted notice for you, free.
| Required notice period | 10 days |
| Statute | Colo. Rev. Stat. § 13-40-104 |
| Applies to | Nonpayment of rent |
⚠ 5 days for certain exempt small-landlord properties (single-family homes rented under an exempt residential agreement).
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Frequently asked questions
How many days' notice is required for nonpayment of rent in Colorado?
Colorado requires 10 days' written notice before an eviction can be filed for nonpayment (Colo. Rev. Stat. § 13-40-104). 5 days for certain exempt small-landlord properties (single-family homes rented under an exempt residential agreement).
Can I email or text the notice to my tenant in Colorado?
Generally no. Most states, including Colorado, require formal service — personal delivery, delivery to a suitable person at the premises, posting plus mailing, or certified mail. Check your statute for the accepted methods and keep proof of service.
What happens if the tenant pays after receiving the notice?
If the tenant pays the full amount demanded within the notice period, the tenancy generally continues and you cannot proceed with an eviction based on that notice. Partial payments can complicate or void the notice in some states — decide in advance whether to accept them.