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What is Zoning?#
Zoning in Fort Collins is guided by City Plan, the City’s comprehensive plan (originally adopted on March 27, 1997 and updated every five years). From City Plan, the Fort Collins Land Use Code was created to establish development regulations. The regulations pertain to such things as the establishment of different zone districts, permitted uses in the various districts, signs, fences, home occupations, parking, landscaping, and general site layout and design.
Find My Zoning#
Zoning districts dictate what you may build and how you may build it in different areas of the city. Click the button below to find what zone district you are located in! Once you identify your zone district, you can use the Zoning Matrix to see what uses are allowed in your zone district.
- When is a permit required?
- How tall can I build my fence?
- Other fence and wall requirements and FAQ
- Temporary Banner & Feather Flag Permits
- Fort Collins Sign Code
- Sign Permit Application
- Schedule a sign inspection
- Home Occupation License requirements
- Apply for a home-based business license
- Notify Zoning of unlicensed home businesses
NEW! Electronic sign permitting is here!
All sign permit applications will now be processed electronically. Our updated permit application can be found here. Application and drawings should be sent directly to Zoning@fcgov.com. We recommend high volume sign partners set up a trust account for easy payment, otherwise you will be contacted by phone for credit card payment. Trust account setup details can be found here.
Need a sign inspection? Email us at Zoning@fcgov.com with your permit number and address. No further action required on your end!
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Zoning Verification Letters#
- Mail requests and $100/parcel to
Attn: Zoning
281 N College Ave.
Fort Collins , CO 80524 - or email Zoning@fcgov.com
- Expect a 3-4 week turnaround
Zoning Final CO : Single Family Homes#
- Improvement Location Certificate
- Street Tree Permit through Forestry or escrow
- Check the status of your permit
Zoning Final CO : Multi-family and Commercial#
- Zoning Final CO Checklist
- Landscaping completed or escrow
- Call Zoning for final inspections at 970-416-2745 or email us at zoning@fcgov.com
- Check the status of your permit
- Mail requests and $100/parcel to