The Building Department processes building permits pursuant to the codes adopted by the Town which includes:

-International Building Code, 2006 Edition
-International Mechanical Code, 2006 Edition
-International Plumbing Code, 2006 Edition
-International Property Maintenance Code, 2006 Edition
-International Residential Code, 2006 Edition
-International Existing Building Code, 2006 Edition
-International Fuel Gas Code, 2006 Edition
-International Fire Code, 2006 Edition
-International Energy Conservation Code, 2006 Edition
-National Electrical Code, 2011 Edition

The building department also processes building permits for fence, sign permits and revocable sign permits.

BEFORE YOU DIG YOU MUST FIRST CALL THE UTILITY NOTIFICATION CENTER AT
800-922-1987.

Building Permit Technician: Tracy Case, 303-833-3291, tcase@ci.firestone.co.us

All commercial projects require fire department approval. Please contact the Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District department for requirements.

For additional information, building guides and code questions you may contact the building department at 303-833-3291 or visit SAFEbuilt Colorado’s website.

Building Permit Fees

Contractors Application - Per Firestone Municipal Code 5.20, it is unlawful for any contractor, subcontractor or tradesman to perform any work within the Town of Firestone without first obtaining a contractor’s license and providing the necessary insurance listing the Town of Firestone as additional insured.

General Building Permit Application - A building permit is required for any persons, authorized agent or business wishing to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure. A building permit is also required to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system or cause any such work to be done. This is not intended to be a complete list. Please contact Permit Technician Tracy Case at 303-833-3291 or tcase@ci.firestone.co.us for further details.

Fence Permit Application - Any persons, authorized agent or business wishing to construct, alter or move any fence shall submit a completed fence permit application for approval before any construction begins. Necessary maintenance, such as staining, replacing pickets or hardware, do not require a fence permit as long as the type, height and location of the fence is not changed in any manner.

Over Weight Vehicle Permit Application

Right of Way/Street Cut Application

Sign Permit Application- Any persons, authorized agent or business wishing to erect, install or place any banner or sign in the Town of Firestone must first apply for and obtain a sign permit from the building department.
Town Code 17:30 - Sign Permits
Sign Code Amendments: Ordinances 12.12.20
A Guide to Garage, Yard & Estate Sale Signs

Valuation Work Sheet

Development Impact Fees

Residential (per dwelling unit)

Regional Transportation Impact Fee	$3,687.65/DU
Regional Storm Drainage Impact Fee	$1,306.50/DU
Regional Parks Impact Fee	$3,621.31/DU
Municipal Facilities Impact Fee	$1,811.59/DU
Raw Water Irrigation Impact Fee	$1,884.40/DU

There are no impact fees for commercial development.

Additional Development Charges/Guidance:

Fees paid in lieu of land dedication for park fees, per section 3.12 of the Firestone Municipal Code

Fees paid in lieu of land dedication for adequate public school sites, per section 16.04.060 of the Firestone Municipal Code

Amounts paid in lieu of land dedication to satisfy the public land dedication requirements of section 16.16.220 of the Firestone Municipal Code

The Town of Firestone contracts with SAFEbuilt Colorado to provide building inspections. SAFEbuilt is a leading provider of customized long- and short-term building department programs to public agencies throughout the United States.

By partnering with SAFEbuilt for full-service building department services, the Town of Firestone ensures consistent code enforcement and protection of the Firestone community. SAFEbuilt provides quick turnaround times, promptly and solution-focused answers to questions, customer education and an efficient process.

For additional information, building guides and code questions you may contact the building department at 303-833-3291 or visit SAFEbuilt Colorado’s website.

To request an inspection, call 888-774-0454.

SAFEbuilt Colorado - Firestone office: 303-774-1388