Condominium and HOA records access in Colorado

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Colorado
Who may requestUnit owners and their agents; no reason needed
DeadlineUp to 10 days' notice; penalty after 30 days
FeesCopies at cost; annual disclosures free
ComplaintsCourt; state HOA Information and Resource Center
Penalty$50 a day, up to $500 or actual damages if greater
CountryUnited States
Checked against official textOctober 30, 2026

In Colorado, the law sets who may see the records of an unit owners' association, how quickly they must be provided, what may be charged for them, and where an owner can complain.[1][2][3] This summary was checked against the official text on October 30, 2026.

This is general information, not legal advice. Check the official text in the references before relying on it.

Who may request records

Unit owners and their agents; no reason needed.

Deadlines

10 days' notice at most; penalty clock runs at 30 days.

Fees

CertificateUnpaid-assessments statement in 14 days, binding; no cap
Other documentsEstimated cost of copying and mailing; disclosures free

Complaints and penalties

Where to complainCourt; state HOA Information and Resource Center
Penalty for not complying$50 a day, up to $500 or actual damages if greater

References

  1. Colorado Revised Statutes 2026, title 38 and title 12, official OLLS text.
  2. C.R.S. 38-33.3-317 (2025), statute text via Justia.
  3. C.R.S. 38-33.3-316 (2025), via Justia.
  4. C.R.S. 38-33.3-209.4 (2025), via Justia.
  5. HB 26-1099 bill page.

See also: records law in other jurisdictions.