Edwards, CO asked in Landlord - Tenant for Colorado

Q: How much time do we have before our landlord can take legal action against us?

My dog bit a child and our landlord wants him out of our apartment. We don’t want to give him up and our landlord said she would give us a month before we must move. Is a month legally enough time? After the time frame what can our landlord do?

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Donald C Eby
Donald C Eby
Answered
  • Landlord Tenant Lawyer
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • Licensed in Colorado

A: Can your landlord evict you because of your dog's actions? That depends on the language in the lease agreement. If he/she does pursue the eviction he'll have to prove that you violated the lease and/or he properly terminated (in writing) and his Notice is legally enforceable.

If you intend to defend an eviction claim I recommend that you consult and attorney who can review the lease, the notice, and the Summons and Complaint then advise you regarding your rights, risks, and remedies.

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