Building News and Updates#
Notice
Building Services will have reduced staff the first week of March for staff training and continued education requirements through the International Code Council.
Inspections are limited during this time:
- March 1st: No commercial electrical inspections.
- March 3rd: No inspections of any kind.
- March 4th: No commercial electrical inspections.
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In response to National, State, and Local Declarations of Emergency, we are temporarily changing how we provide our services. For more information on the City's coronavirus response, visit fcgov.com/coronavirus.
Development Review Center is open in a limited capacity committed to providing customer service:
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9am-12 noon; 1-4 p.m. (closed 12-1pm).
Special Instructions:
- Virtual services are available, and we encourage you to use them if possible.
- NEW: please schedule an appointment for all in-person services (due to rising Coronavirus cases and limited on-site staff). Appointments can be scheduled by contacting a department from the contact list below. For Appointments:
- Enter the building using doors on College Avenue.
- Visitors are asked to follow directional signs posted inside.
- Visitors must wear a mask over the nose and mouth.
Contact List:
- Building Permits | BuildingServices@fcgov.com or 970-221-6760
- Submit permits by e-mail
- 30 min in-person permit application appointments can be scheduled (see hours and instructions above).
- Building Code Plan Review | buildingdocs@fcgov.com or 970-416-2757
- Zoning | zoning@fcgov.com or 970-416-2745
- Development Review Coordinators | drcoord@fcgov.com or 970-221-6689
- Historic Preservation | preservation@fcgov.com
- Planning | planning@fcgov.com or 970-416-4311
- Contractor Licensing | please submit electronically to contractor_licensing@fcgov.com; payment will be collected over the phone at the time of processing
Virtual/Remote Services:
- NEW! PDF naming is now required for Building Final Documents for project close-outhighlight_off
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PDF naming is now required for Building Final Documents#
All building final docs submitted for project close-out become public record and must meet these new record standards. Before e-mailing final documents, re-name them to meet these standards for approval.
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New Permit Fees will go into effect January 1st, 2021!#
New fees for 2021 are now posted, including flat fees for over-the-counter permits!
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How to access your trust account.#
We will no longer be sending out e-mail updates on trust account status. If you are a licensed contractor with a trust account, please log in to the Citizen Portal to view your account information.
Need help?
- Procedure for Contemporaneous Reviews of Electrical and Plumbing Licenseshighlight_off
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- Latest Roofing Info!highlight_off
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Visit our roofing section for up-to-date guidelines.
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- Adopted Building Codes
- Local Amendments to Codes
- Local Wind and Snow Loads
- Code Interpretations List
- Approved Alternate Materials and Methods List
- Building Air Tightness
- Mechanical System Performance
- Energy Code Compliance
Green Building (resources and rebates)
- Decks / Sheds / Patio Covers
- Solar / Re-Roofs
- Furnace / AC
- Remodels / Basement Finish
- New Homes / Additions
To schedule a remote video inspection
Request inspections before 11 PM using any of these methods:
- Text: 888-406-6394
- Call: 970-221-6769
- Online: Citizen Portal
Access property permit records
- Historical Records: Fort Collins History Connection
- Archived plans request: 970-416-2740 (Archives are limited)
Did you know...#
Short Term Rentals
Did you know that a short term rental requires a license? Learn more about our short term rental program.
Asbestos
Did you know it is illegal to improperly disturb asbestos containing materials? Learn more about State and Federal regulations on asbestos.
Construction Recycling
Did you know that 30-40% of the materials placed in the landfill each year are construction materials? Learn more about our construction waste mitigation program and where to recycle your materials.
Flood Plain Map
Do you know if your property is in a mapped floodplain? Everyone has a flood risk: know yours.
Flood Plain Permits
Did you know that all development (new buildings, additions, remodels, grading filling, etc.) requires a separate floodplain use permit? Build responsibly: Know the floodplain regulations. Find out more.
Historic Properties
Did you know that financial resources are available for designated historic properties? If your property is 50yrs or older it may be eligible. Learn more about historic designation and how to uncover and preserve the rich history of your property.
Home Occupancy Limits
Did you know that Fort Collins has home occupancy limits? Learn more about occupancy limits prior to renting or leasing. Find out if your home can become an Extra Occupancy Rental Home.
Fugitive Dust
Did you know that dust from construction activities poses a safety hazard and health risk? Learn how to prevent fugitive dust, view training resources and find out what is required of owners and operators.
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Contractor Resources - Fort Collins Utilities
Did you know that Fort Collins Utilities provides ongoing contractor training on a range of topics (e.g., lighting, HVAC, office efficiency, windows, solar), technical assistance and opportunities to receive continuing education credits? Together, we can make it easier than ever for local businesses to save money and conserve resources.
Short Term Rentals
Did you know that a short term rental requires a license? Learn more about our short term rental program.
Asbestos
Did you know it is illegal to improperly disturb asbestos containing materials? Learn more about State and Federal regulations on asbestos.
Construction Recycling
Did you know that 30-40% of the materials placed in the landfill each year are construction materials? Learn more about our construction waste mitigation program and where to recycle your materials.
Flood Plain Map
Do you know if your property is in a mapped floodplain? Everyone has a flood risk: know yours.
Flood Plain Permits
Did you know that all development (new buildings, additions, remodels, grading filling, etc.) requires a separate floodplain use permit? Build responsibly: Know the floodplain regulations. Find out more.
Historic Properties
Did you know that financial resources are available for designated historic properties? If your property is 50yrs or older it may be eligible. Learn more about historic designation and how to uncover and preserve the rich history of your property.
Home Occupancy Limits
Did you know that Fort Collins has home occupancy limits? Learn more about occupancy limits prior to renting or leasing. Find out if your home can become an Extra Occupancy Rental Home.
Fugitive Dust
Did you know that dust from construction activities poses a safety hazard and health risk? Learn how to prevent fugitive dust, view training resources and find out what is required of owners and operators.
.
Contractor Resources - Fort Collins Utilities
Did you know that Fort Collins Utilities provides ongoing contractor training on a range of topics (e.g., lighting, HVAC, office efficiency, windows, solar), technical assistance and opportunities to receive continuing education credits? Together, we can make it easier than ever for local businesses to save money and conserve resources.