It’s Official: Colorado Law Limits Renters’ Pet Fees

Colorado Gov. Jared Polisis has signed into law a bill that limits extra fees for renters who have pets.

House Bill 1068 also forbids restrictions on dog breeds for homeowner’s insurance purposes, the Denver Gazette reports.

Among the bill’s provisions:

• Keep pet rent to $35 per month or 1.5% of the owner’s monthly rent, whichever is more.
• Limit pet deposits to $300 beyond the existing security deposit.
• Require that pet deposits be refundable.

Landlords will still be able to prohibit pets or impose breed restrictions.