What is Zoning?#
As zoning inspectors, our job is to ensure the rules for how land can be used are followed.
These rules help guide how areas are developed and what can be built. They cover things like creating zone districts, deciding what can be built in each zone, signs, fences, businesses run out of homes, parking, landscaping and how properties are laid out and designed.
Resources
Fences and Walls
- When is a permit required?
- How tall can I build my fence?
- Other fence and wall requirements and FAQ
Sign and Banner Permits
- Temporary Banner & Feather Flag Permits
- Fort Collins Sign Code
- Sign Permit Application
- Schedule a sign inspection
Home Businesses
- Home Occupation License requirements
- Apply for a home-based business license
- Notify Zoning of unlicensed home businesses
Variance Decisions
Variance decisions by the Director of Community Development and Neighborhood Services
- Small variances, no public hearing
Variance decisions by the Land Use Review Commission
- Larger variances at a public hearing
NEW: Resources on ADUs
If you are considering building an ADU on your property, please visit our ADU resource page to learn more.
Zoning Applications#
Applications for:
- Minor Amendments
- Zoning Variance Requests
- Parkway Landscape Amendments
- Off-site Construction Staging
- Eligible Facility Requests
- Sign Permits
- Home Occupation Licenses
- Zoning Verification Letters
- and more...
Zone District Look-up#
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 Table of Primary Uses to see what uses are allowed in your zone district. The Table of Primary Uses starts on the fourth page of Article 4 of the Land Use Code.
Business Portal#
The City of Fort Collins is committed to supporting you through your Development Review Process as you start, expand or make significant changes to your business or its location.
Our Business Portal can connect you with helpful information and resources.
Residents' Portal#
The City of Fort Collins is committed to supporting you in your journey with Planning and Development Services, whether you are interested in making changes to your property, learning about the future of your neighborhood or participating in a public process.
Our Residents' Portal can connect you with helpful information and resources.
Director Review Decisions#
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