Peace & Quiet

Every lease contains an implied promise by the landlord that the tenant may enjoy the possession of the unit in peace, free from interference or disturbance. This is called the "covenant of quiet enjoyment."

  1. Can the landlord enter the unit without the tenant's prior permission?
  2. What can a tenant do when the landlord enters without permission?
  3. Is there something a tenant can do about the noise of nearby tenants?
  4. What can a tenant do in the case of sexual harassment?
  5. Can a tenant break a lease because of harassment?
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Additional Information

For more information or to file a complaint, contact the Colorado Civil Rights Commission at 303-894-2997 or the United States Fair Housing Enforcement Center at 303-672-5437.

Note: This is intended only to be a guide for both landlord and tenant. This information is provided to you as a service of the Pueblo County Sheriff's Office. Should you still need further assistance in regard to legal matters mentioned in this guide, please contact an attorney of your choice.