Fort Collins Landlord-Tenant Rules

Rental registration: Since January 1, 2025, most long-term rentals in Fort Collins (homes rented for 30 days or more) must be registered with the City every year. Owners self-certify that the property meets the City's minimum rental housing standards; registration does not include an inspection. The fee is $37 per property per year plus $10 for each additional unit on the same parcel. Fines apply for not registering. Renters can check whether a property is registered before signing a lease through the City's online portal (accela-aca.fcgov.com).; Habitability/code enforcement & complaint line: Fort Collins has its own Rental Housing Minimum Requirements, separate from the state warranty of habitability. Examples: heat that keeps habitable rooms and bathrooms at 68°F or more, hot water at 110°F or more, smoke alarms in and outside sleeping areas, carbon monoxide detectors where required, working locks, and openable windows for light and air. Tenants can request a free inspection whenever they believe a unit does not meet the standards: call 970-657-9521, use the online inspection request, or email rentalhousing@fortcollins.gov. Inspectors check the exterior, interior, electrical, mechanical and fire safety.; Eviction legal help (City-funded): The City's Eviction Legal Fund provides free eviction legal services to Fort Collins residents. For an attorney or other eviction and housing legal questions, contact the Colorado Poverty Law Project (copovertylawproject.org, contact@copovertylawproject.org). ISAAC of Northern Colorado (970-541-1251) helps with immigration-based eviction protections and Know Your Rights training.