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Building Permits/Inspections

WHAT REQUIRES A BUILDING PERMIT:

(Scroll to bottom of page for fees and permit applications.)

  • New Construction
  • Remodeling/Alterations/Improvements
  • Repairs
  • Reroof (Requires Site Inspection)
  • Removal/Moving/Demolition
  • Fences
  • Accessory Structures such as Tool Sheds, Storage Sheds, Children’s Playhouse, etc. larger than 120 sq ft – other restrictions may apply
  • Sidewalks/Driveways/Parking Slabs 

WHAT DOES NOT REQUIRE A PERMIT?

  • Painting/Papering/Carpeting
  • Other “Finish” Work
  • Accessory Structures such as Tool Sheds, Storage Sheds, Children’s Playhouse, etc. smaller than 120 sq ft – other restrictions may apply
  • Oil Derricks
  • Movable Cases/Counters/Partitions under 5 ft 9 inches high
  • Window Awnings in Residential Areas

WHEN IN DOUBT – ASK!

It is also a violation of the Building Code to occupy, use, or maintain any structure that is unsafe or dangerous to human life, health or welfare.

Robert Reynolds

Building Official

Office 970-872-3663

Cell 970-309-5718

r.reynolds@townofhotchkiss.com

Email replies may take up to a week.

 

The Town of Hotchkiss follows the 2018 International Code Council Books and Amendments for building standards.

 

Building Permit

Building Permit Fees

Building Permit Application

(For new construction or additions, please print off the application above, fill it out and then bring it to Town Hall. All other Building Permits can be completed using the on-line application below or by coming to Town Hall.)

On-Line Building Permit Application (DO NOT use On-Line Application for NEW BUILD or ADDITIONS, see above for instructions.)