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HB 1013

Ratio Utility Billing Systems

2026 Regular Session

Colorado HB 1013 establishes Ratio Utility Billing System rules allowing landlords to allocate shared utility costs to tenants through formulas rather than individual meters.

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Bill Summary · HB 1013

Legislative bill overview

HB 1013 establishes or modifies a Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS) framework in Colorado, which allocates shared utility costs among tenants based on a predetermined formula rather than individual meters. The bill recently passed the Colorado House of Representatives on third reading without amendments after moving through second reading procedures in February 2026.

Why is this important

RUBS affects how rental property residents pay for utilities like water, gas, and electricity when individual metering isn't feasible. This impacts affordability for renters and revenue models for landlords, while also influencing water conservation incentives and utility company billing practices across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Fairness of allocation formulas: Residents using minimal utilities may subsidize heavy users under ratio-based systems, creating equity concerns versus individually-metered alternatives
  • Tenant protections and disclosure: Unclear whether the bill requires transparent communication of how costs are calculated and residents' rights to dispute allocations
  • Utility conservation incentives: Ratio systems may reduce individual incentive to conserve resources since personal usage doesn't directly impact personal bills, potentially conflicting with state sustainability goals

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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