This page contains frequently asked questions related to residential rental property licensing renewals.
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Renew your license online in Denver's permitting and licensing center.
Yes, inspections are required following the same rules as a new application. The initial inspection for renewal must be completed within 90 days of the renewal application. Any non-compliant inspection items must be completed within one year of the renewal application date. Inspections must be completed for 10% of the total number of units by a qualified inspector. For more information see our general frequently asked questions.
License fee: Based on the number of dwelling units
If applying for a fee exemption as a qualifying entity, see "Fee exemption" on the property owners and managers webpage.
A license is good for four years once issued unless ownership changes. Upon expiration you can renew the license online.
Apply for your renewal residential rental property license 90 days before the current license expires to ensure there is enough time for it to be processed before it expires.
Licenses must be renewed on or before the expiration date to avoid penalty fees.
90-day grace period
There is a 90-day grace period from the expiration date when licenses can be renewed by paying the license and the penalty fees. If a license is not renewed before it expires, operations must end until it is renewed.
First 30 days of grace period: 20% penalty fee
Days 31 to 90: 50% penalty fee
After 90 days: Licensees must apply for a new license
Unlicensed properties are subject to fines and citations per DRMC 27-203. Unlicensed properties that have violations of the housing code cited by the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment will be subject to a fine of $250 for the first citation. Fines and citations for unlicensed properties can range from $150 to $5,000 at the discretion of the department based on license status as well as health and safety conditions.
The new construction exemption applies only to applications submitted within four years after the date of issuance of the certificate of occupancy or temporary certificate of occupancy.
See information on inspection exemptions on the Inspections and inspector information page.
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