Can we keepa security deposit if tenants decide not take occupancy the night before they were supposed to move-in?

Can we keepa security deposit if tenants decide not take occupancy the night before they were supposed to move-in?

We had a tenant sign a lease and pay the security deposit. During the walk-through they said they no longer wanted to live in the home due to dirty light fixtures and dusty window. The house was professionally cleaned, as well as carpets. The house is in great condition. Are they still responsible for the following months rent since they signed the lease and we are out this month’s rent? 

Asked on March 1, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Colorado

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