Bill > HB1013

This bill allows landlords in Colorado to use a ratio utility billing system to divide utility costs among tenants in the same residential property, provided certain conditions are met. Specifically, the total amount billed to all tenants cannot exceed the actual cost from the utility provider for the entire property, and landlords cannot add any markups, surcharges, or administrative fees beyond the actual utility charges, unless otherwise permitted by law. Additionally, utility costs for common areas or shared facilities must be excluded from tenant allocations, and landlords must clearly disclose the method used to allocate these costs in the rental agreement or an addendum. However, for new residential properties with permits applied for on or after July 1, 2027, gas, electric, and water utilities must be individually metered for each unit, either directly by the utility provider or through a submeter.

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https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/HB26-1013