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Bennett building permits
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Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Building Code (IBC) — effective July 1, 2026 per Town of Bennett 'Building Code Update 2026' notice2024 International Residential Code (IRC) — effective July 1, 20262024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — effective July 1, 20262024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — effective July 1, 20262024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — effective July 1, 20262024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — effective July 1, 20262024 International Fire Code (IFC) — effective July 1, 2026 for the Town's own adoption (Bennett-Watkins Fire Rescue, the separate special district that performs fire plan review/inspection for Bennett, Watkins, and unincorporated Adams/Arapahoe County, is separately shown by its own website as still operating under the 2018 IFC as of this review — confirm current fire-district code edition directly with Bennett-Watkins Fire Rescue at 303-644-3572, since fire code adoption is that district's own action, not the Town Building Department's)2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — effective July 1, 20262024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — effective July 1, 2026 (new code title added in this cycle; no 2018-cycle equivalent was listed)Colorado Model Electric and Solar Ready Code — effective July 1, 2026 (statewide model code addressing EV/solar readiness, adopted by the Town as part of the 2026 cycle)2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code — effective July 1, 20262023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — currently in effect per the Town's Adopted Building Department Codes list (the NEC was not part of the July 1, 2026 update batch and continues under its existing adoption)PRIOR CYCLE (2018 codes), still governing permits issued before July 1, 2026 that have not expired: 2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IEBC, 2018 IFC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IECC.Transition rule (per the Town's 'Building Code Update 2026' notice, verified directly): the Town issued NO permits under the 2024 cycle before July 1, 2026. Permits issued under the 2018 cycle before July 1, 2026 may finish construction on that code cycle, UNLESS the permit expires after July 1, 2026, in which case renewal or a new permit after that date requires meeting 2024 code. All permits issued on or after July 1, 2026 must meet the 2024 I-codes. EXCEPTION: 8 named residential master-plan developments currently under construction on 2018-cycle approved master plans (Bennett Avenue Townhomes; Bennett Crossing Filing 5 Phases 1A/1B; Bennett Ranch Filing 1; Bennett Ranch Filing 2; Horizon Village; Muegge Farms Filing 4 Phases 4A/4B; Muegge Farms Filing 5; Muegge Farms Filing 7 Phase 1) are given until July 1, 2028 to finish their current phase under the 2018 cycle. As of this file's lastVerified date (2026-07-06), the 2024 cycle is the live, current adopted code for new permit applications outside these named exceptions.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family, duplex, and townhome construction in the Town of Bennett. Reviewed under the 2024 IRC/IBC as adopted effective July 1, 2026 (or the 2018 cycle for pre-existing/grandfathered master-plan developments). Valuation is calculated from the ICC Square Footage Building Valuation Data table; if the applicant's provided valuation exceeds the Town's calculated minimum, the higher figure is accepted.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plans must comply with the 2024 IRC/IBC as adopted (2018 cycle only for the 8 named grandfathered master-plan developments through July 1, 2028)
- New Residential Checklist and New Residential Master Plan Checklist (both now published in 2024-code-cycle versions) define required plan-set contents
- Valuation calculated from ICC Square Footage Building Valuation Data (Town uses the February 2022 table until July 1, 2026, then the February 2026 table) unless the applicant's provided valuation is higher
- Application submitted via the Town's SmartGov online portal; PDF format required for plan review uploads
- All contractors must hold current Town of Bennett Contractor Licensing (Class A, B, or C depending on scope) plus any equivalent license from another Colorado jurisdiction or valid ICC certification
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal (twn-bennett-co.smartgovcommunity.com)
- RequiredNew Residential Checklist (2024 Code Cycle)Town-published checklist of required plan-set contents for new single-family residential construction
- RequiredSite/Plot Plan and Floor PlansDrawn to scale showing dimensions, setbacks, and relationship to existing structures
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1.00-$500.00 | $23.50 | June 24, 2026 Schedule of Fees, Bennett Municipal Code §18-1-20 |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $501.00-$2,000.00 | $23.50 for the first $500 plus $3.05 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $2,001.00-$25,000.00 | $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $25,001.00-$50,000.00 | $391.25 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $50,001.00-$100,000.00 | $643.75 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,001.00-$500,000.00 | $993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $500,001.00-$1,000,000.00 | $3,233.75 for the first $500,000 plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1,000,001.00 and up | $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.15 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Plan Review (Administrative) Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | Assessed on both complete and incomplete plan submittals |
| Use Tax | 2% of half the total project valuation | Town-wide use tax per the June 2026 Schedule of Fees |
| Arapahoe County Open Space Sales & Use Tax | 0.25% of half the total project valuation | Applies only to projects located within the Arapahoe County portion of the Town |
| Investigation Fee / Working Without a Permit | 100% of the Building Permit Fee (fee doubles) | Bennett Municipal Code §18-1-20 |
Residential Addition / Interior Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions and interior remodels (kitchen, bathroom, basement finish) to existing homes in Bennett. Uses the same valuation-based Building Permit fee table as new construction, but with published minimum valuations specific to remodel scope (per square foot for basement finish, kitchen, bathroom remodels).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Additions reviewed per the Town's 'Addition' Building Guide (2024 code cycle version published)
- Interior remodels (kitchen, bathroom, basement finish) use published per-square-foot minimum valuations rather than a full new-construction valuation calculation
- Residential Interior Remodel Permit Submittal Checklist defines required plan-set contents for remodel-scope projects
- A Licensed Engineer report may be required if any walls proposed for removal are structural (standard IRC/IBC requirement, consistent with the Town's own major-kitchen-remodel valuation category which explicitly includes 'removing/relocate walls')
- All contractors must hold current Town of Bennett Contractor Licensing (Class C for 1-2 family remodels) or a Homeowner Affidavit if owner-performed
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
- RequiredResidential Interior Remodel Permit Submittal ChecklistTown-published checklist for interior remodel scope
- OptionalHomeowner AffidavitRequired in lieu of a licensed contractor if the homeowner is performing the work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (same valuation-based schedule as new construction) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the June 2026 Schedule of Fees | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Basement finish (new finished space) | $41 per sq ft | Town of Bennett Permit Valuations guide |
| Minimum Valuation — Bathroom remodel | $139 per sq ft | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Kitchen remodel (minor) | $84 per sq ft | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Kitchen remodel (major, wall removal/relocation or 2+ appliances) | $143 per sq ft | — |
| Plan Review (Administrative) Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
| Use Tax | 2% of half the total project valuation (plus 0.25% Arapahoe County open space tax if applicable) | — |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, alteration, or repair of electrical systems in Bennett. Per the Town's own June 2026 Schedule of Fees, electrical permit fees are 'Set by State' — the Town of Bennett does NOT run its own certified electrical inspection program and defers to the Colorado State Electrical Board (DORA/DPO) statewide fee schedule (CRS 12-23-117). Governed by the 2023 NEC. Contractors need a Colorado State Master Electric License and Electrical Contractor License, plus a Town of Bennett Electrical Registration (no fee).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as in effect
- Fee is 'Set by State' per the Town's fee schedule — billed under the Colorado State Electrical Board's own statewide fee schedule, not a Town-set valuation table
- Contractors must hold a current Colorado State Master Electric License and Colorado State Electrical Contractor License
- Contractors must additionally hold a Town of Bennett Electrical Registration (No Fee per the fee schedule — a registration, not a licensed class, per the Contractors page's explicit note that 'ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING ARE REGISTRATIONS NOT LICENSES')
- Residential electrical fees are based on square footage of the installation; commercial electrical fees are based on electrical valuation, per the State's own fee schedule structure (Town of Bennett Permit Valuations guide)
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
- RequiredTown of Bennett Electrical RegistrationNo fee; required in addition to Colorado State Master Electric License and Electrical Contractor License
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee | Set by State (Colorado State Electrical Board statewide fee schedule) | June 24, 2026 Town of Bennett Schedule of Fees explicitly defers to the state schedule rather than a Town valuation table |
| Minimum Valuation — Electrical service upgrade, 100-125 AMP | $1,500 | Town of Bennett Permit Valuations guide, Quick Permit minimum valuation check sheet |
| Minimum Valuation — Electrical service upgrade, 150-200 AMP | $2,500 | — |
| Minimum Valuation — EV Charger | $1,100 (or more if a panel service upgrade is also needed) | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Hot Tub Electrical | $1,000 (or more if a panel service upgrade is also needed) | — |
| Town of Bennett Electrical Registration | No Fee | — |
EV Charger / EVSE Installation Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of a Level 2 (or higher) electric vehicle charging circuit in Bennett. Filed as a standard Electrical Permit — fees are 'Set by State' per the Colorado State Electrical Board (DORA/DPO) statewide schedule (CRS 12-23-117), but the Town of Bennett publishes its own real quick-permit minimum valuation specifically for EV chargers ($1,100) in its Permit Valuations guide, distinct from its other electrical minimum-valuation line items.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as in effect in Bennett
- Electrical permit fee itself is 'Set by State' per the Town's June 2026 Schedule of Fees — billed under the Colorado State Electrical Board's own statewide fee schedule
- Town of Bennett publishes a dedicated 'EV Charger' minimum valuation of $1,100 in its Permit Valuations (Quick Permit) guide — used as the minimum installation valuation for quick-permit processing; valuation increases if a panel/service upgrade is also needed (see the Town's separate Electrical service upgrade minimum valuations: $1,500 for 100-125 AMP, $2,500 for 150-200 AMP)
- Contractors must hold a current Colorado State Master Electric License and Colorado State Electrical Contractor License, plus a Town of Bennett Electrical Registration (no fee)
- The Town's 2026 code update adopts the Colorado Model Electric and Solar Ready Code effective July 1, 2026, the state's model EV-charging/solar-readiness code — new construction and major electrical work in Bennett going forward will be reviewed for EV-ready circuit provisions under this code
- Apply via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
- RequiredTown of Bennett Electrical RegistrationNo fee; required in addition to Colorado State Master Electric License and Electrical Contractor License
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Valuation — EV Charger | $1,100 (or more if a panel service upgrade is also needed) | Town of Bennett Permit Valuations guide, Quick Permit minimum valuation check sheet (effective with the June 2026 fee schedule) — this is the Town's own published minimum installation valuation used for quick-permit processing |
| Electrical Permit Fee (applied against valuation) | Set by State (Colorado State Electrical Board statewide fee schedule) | Town of Bennett Schedule of Fees, June 24, 2026 — electrical permit fees follow the state schedule, not the Town's own building-valuation fee table |
| Minimum Valuation — Electrical service upgrade, 100-125 AMP (if needed alongside EV charger installation) | $1,500 | Town of Bennett Permit Valuations guide |
| Minimum Valuation — Electrical service upgrade, 150-200 AMP (if needed alongside EV charger installation) | $2,500 | Town of Bennett Permit Valuations guide |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems in Bennett. Unlike electrical (which is 'Set by State'), the Town's own fee schedule bills Plumbing Permits under 'See Building Permit' — confirming the Town of Bennett runs its OWN local plumbing permitting/review process on its valuation-based Building Permit fee table, rather than deferring to the Colorado State Plumbing Board. Governed by the 2024 IPC as adopted (2018 IPC for pre-transition permits). Contractors need a Colorado State Master Plumber License/Plumbing Contractor License plus a Town of Bennett Plumbing Registration ($75).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted effective July 1, 2026 (2018 IPC for permits issued/grandfathered before that date)
- Fee billed on the Town's own Building Permit valuation table ('See Building Permit' per the fee schedule), NOT the state schedule used for electrical
- Contractors must hold a current Colorado State Master Plumber License and Colorado State Plumbing Contractor License
- Contractors must additionally hold a Town of Bennett Plumbing Registration ($75.00 per the June 2026 Schedule of Fees)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Plumbing scope)Submitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
- RequiredTown of Bennett Plumbing Registration$75.00 fee; required in addition to Colorado State Master Plumber License and Plumbing Contractor License
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit Fee (same valuation-based schedule as Building Permit) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the June 2026 Schedule of Fees | Fee schedule lists Plumbing Permit as 'See Building Permit' |
| Minimum Valuation — Water Heater install/replacement | $1,800 each | Town of Bennett Permit Valuations guide |
| Minimum Valuation — Backflow preventer | $375 each | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) | $375 each | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Sewer service (on property) | $200 per linear foot of trench | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Water service (on property) | $90 per linear foot of trench | — |
| Town of Bennett Plumbing Registration | $75.00 | — |
| Plan Review (Administrative) Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for furnace, air conditioning, and other heating/cooling/ventilation equipment installation or replacement in Bennett. Fee schedule lists Mechanical Permit as 'See Building Permit' (billed on the Town's own valuation-based Building Permit table, same as Plumbing). Governed by the 2024 IMC and 2024 IFGC as adopted.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) and 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) as adopted effective July 1, 2026 (2018 IMC/IFGC for pre-transition permits)
- Fee billed on the Town's own Building Permit valuation table
- Contractors performing mechanical work fall under Town of Bennett Contractor Licensing Class D (mechanical, among other sub-contractor trades) unless otherwise licensed
- Published minimum valuations exist for common quick-permit HVAC scopes (furnace, A/C, evaporative cooler)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Mechanical scope) or Quick PermitSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
- RequiredTown of Bennett Contractor License (Class D)Required for mechanical sub-contractor trades not separately classed
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit Fee (same valuation-based schedule as Building Permit) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the June 2026 Schedule of Fees | Fee schedule lists Mechanical Permit as 'See Building Permit' |
| Minimum Valuation — Furnace install/replacement | $3,300 each | Town of Bennett Permit Valuations guide |
| Minimum Valuation — A/C install/replacement | $3,300 each | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Furnace + A/C combined | $6,600 for both | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Evaporative/swamp cooler | $1,500 each | — |
| Plan Review (Administrative) Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
Re-Roof Permit
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing work in the Town of Bennett. Billed under the Quick Permits minimum valuation check sheet, with distinct per-square (100 sq ft) minimum valuations by roofing material. A dedicated 'Roof' Building Guide is published.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2024 IRC/IBC as adopted (2018 cycle for pre-transition permits)
- Minimum valuation calculated per '1 square = 100 square feet' of roof area, varying by material type
- Roof re-decking, when associated with a re-roof, carries its own additional per-square minimum valuation
- Quick Permit application path available via the SmartGov portal
Required documents
- RequiredQuick Permit Application — Re-Roof scopeSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
- OptionalRoof Building GuideTown-published guide for re-roof permit submittals
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Valuation — Asphalt shingle re-roof | $350 per square (100 sq ft) | Town of Bennett Permit Valuations guide, Quick Permit minimum valuation check sheet |
| Minimum Valuation — Tile/clay/concrete re-roof | $625 per square | — |
| Minimum Valuation — EPDM re-roof | $520 per square | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Rolled roofing | $260 per square | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Roof re-decking (associated with re-roof) | $250 per square (additional to the re-roof valuation) | — |
| Building Permit Fee (calculated from above valuation) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the June 2026 Schedule of Fees valuation tiers | — |
| Plan Review (Administrative) Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for residential and commercial solar photovoltaic installations in Bennett. The Town's permit portal supports SolarAPP+ automated code-compliance review for the majority of residential roof-mounted PV systems; a Solar Photovoltaic System Requirements Checklist is also published for non-SolarAPP+ submittals.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- SolarAPP+ registration (https://gosolarapp.org/) required for contractors seeking the automated review path for qualifying residential roof-mounted systems
- After SolarAPP+ approval, the permit itself, fees, and inspections are still processed and paid through the Town's own SmartGov portal
- Non-SolarAPP+ submittals reviewed under the Town's standard Solar Panel Plan Review process using the Solar Photovoltaic System Requirements Checklist
- Additional fees may be collected by third-party plan reviewers per the Town's fee schedule footnote
Required documents
- OptionalSolarAPP+ Approval (if applicable)Obtained via https://gosolarapp.org/ prior to applying for the Town permit
- RequiredSolar Photovoltaic System Requirements ChecklistTown-published checklist for non-SolarAPP+ solar permit submittals
- RequiredSolar Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Panel Permit / Plan Review — Residential | $100.00 | June 24, 2026 Schedule of Fees; additional fees may be collected by third-party reviewers |
| Solar Panel Permit / Plan Review — Commercial | $200.00 | Additional fees may be collected by third-party reviewers |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
Required for attached or detached Accessory Dwelling Units on single-family residential parcels in Bennett. The Town publishes a Colorado Chapter ICC-produced ADU Building Guide (updated for the 2024 IRC / Appendix AQ) covering detached, attached-internal, and attached-external ADU types, height/setback/separation standards, and basic plan-submittal contents.
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Reviewed per IRC Appendix AQ (ADU-specific provisions) under the 2024 IRC as adopted
- Attached ADUs: must be physically separated from the principal unit by a wall or lockable door; minimum 5-foot rear yard setback; maximum height 35 feet (same as principal buildings) subject to IRC R301.3 wood-frame story-height limits
- Detached ADUs: maximum height 20 feet, or up to 25 feet with a roof pitch of 8:12 or steeper; minimum 6 feet of separation from any other building on the property (IRC Table R302.1(1))
- Complete independent living facilities required: permanent provisions for living, sleeping, cooking, eating, and sanitation
- Plot plan and floor plans required as part of the submittal, per the ADU Building Guide
- Zoning-level requirements (size limits, lot coverage, parking, owner-occupancy, utility metering) are locally determined; the published guide is a generic Colorado Chapter ICC template, not a Bennett-specific zoning excerpt — confirm current Bennett zoning-code ADU standards directly with the Planning Department before finalizing design, since this guide's zoning-considerations section is explicitly generic ('while specific regulations are local')
Required documents
- RequiredAccessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Building GuideColorado Chapter ICC-produced guide, Town of Bennett-published version dated 12-2-2025, referencing the 2024 IRC
- RequiredPlot Plan and Floor PlansDrawn to scale, showing dimensions and relationship to existing structures
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, per the Town's standard schedule) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the June 2026 Schedule of Fees | No separate flat ADU fee is published; billed under the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee schedule using new-construction or addition valuation methodology as applicable to the ADU's type (detached vs. attached) |
| Plan Review (Administrative) Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of primary and secondary/accessory structures in Bennett. Billed as a flat fee (not valuation-based), with separate rates for primary versus secondary/accessory structures. Asbestos inspection guidance is published alongside the demolition permit materials.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Primary Structure and Secondary/Accessory Structure demolitions are billed at different flat fees
- Asbestos inspection required per Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) regulations — the Town publishes CDPHE's 'Is an Asbestos Inspection Required?' guidance and a dedicated 'Asbestos - Renovation and Demolition' resource directly on the Building Permits page
- A Town of Bennett 'Demolition and Renovation' guide defines submittal requirements
- A 'Demolition' Building Guide is also published on the Building Guides and Checklists page
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
- RequiredAsbestos Inspection Report / CDPHE DeterminationPer CDPHE 'Is an Asbestos Inspection Required?' guidance, published on the Building Permits page
- OptionalTown of Bennett Demolition and Renovation GuideTown-published submittal guide
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit — Primary Structure | $250.00 | Flat fee, June 24, 2026 Schedule of Fees |
| Demolition Permit — Secondary/Accessory Structure | $50.00 | Flat fee |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Core and Shell Permit
VerifiedRequired for commercial tenant improvement and core-and-shell buildout projects in Bennett. Uses reduced-percentage valuations of the calculated new-construction square-footage valuation rather than a full new-build valuation.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Core and Shell valuations may be reduced to 70% of the calculated new-construction square-footage valuation
- Tenant Improvement valuations may be reduced to 30% of the calculated new-construction square-footage valuation
- New Commercial Development Checklist and New Commercial Inspection Process guide define required submittal contents and inspection sequencing
- Governed by the 2024 IBC (2018 IBC for pre-transition permits)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application — Commercial scopeSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
- RequiredNew Commercial Development ChecklistTown-published checklist (2025 version) for commercial submittals
- OptionalNew Commercial Inspection Process guideTown-published guide describing the commercial inspection sequence
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, per the Town's standard schedule) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the June 2026 Schedule of Fees | Valuation reduced to 70% (core and shell) or 30% (tenant improvement) of the full new-construction square-footage valuation before applying the fee table |
| Plan Review (Administrative) Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
| Use Tax | 2% of half the total project valuation (plus 0.25% Arapahoe County open space tax if applicable) | — |
Deck / Patio Cover / Carport Permit
VerifiedRequired for uncovered decks, porches, patio covers, and carports in Bennett. Published minimum valuations differ by deck material and by structure type (deck vs. patio cover vs. carport). Dedicated Building Guides are published for 'Uncovered Decks and Porches' and 'Patio Cover & Carport.'
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Minimum valuation for decks varies by material: pressure-treated wood vs. redwood/trex
- Patio covers and pergolas are valued separately and at lower per-square-foot rates than decks
- Dedicated Building Guides ('Uncovered Decks and Porches,' 'Patio Cover & Carport') define required plan-set contents
- Structural requirements (footings, guardrails, stair geometry) follow the 2024 IRC as adopted
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application — Deck/Patio Cover scopeSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal
- OptionalUncovered Decks and Porches Building GuideTown-published guide
- OptionalPatio Cover & Carport Building GuideTown-published guide
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Valuation — Deck (wood pressure treated) | $22 per sq ft | Town of Bennett Permit Valuations guide |
| Minimum Valuation — Deck (redwood or trex) | $27 per sq ft | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Patio cover | $24 per sq ft | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Pergola | $20 per sq ft | — |
| Building Permit Fee (calculated from above valuation) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the June 2026 Schedule of Fees valuation tiers | — |
| Plan Review (Administrative) Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
Furnace / Water Heater Replacement (Quick Permit)
VerifiedStreamlined Quick Permit category for straightforward furnace and water heater replacements in Bennett, with published flat minimum valuations distinct from the general mechanical/plumbing permit process.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Filed as a Quick Permit through the SmartGov portal rather than a full plan-review Building Permit application
- Minimum valuations published directly by equipment type (furnace, water heater, A/C) rather than requiring a contractor-submitted valuation for these routine replacement scopes
- If the actual replacement cost exceeds the Town's minimum valuation, the higher actual cost applies
Required documents
- RequiredQuick Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town of Bennett SmartGov portal, Quick Permits category
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Valuation — Furnace install/replacement | $3,300 each | Town of Bennett Permit Valuations guide, Minimum Valuation Check Sheet for Quick Permits |
| Minimum Valuation — Water Heater install/replacement | $1,800 each | — |
| Minimum Valuation — Furnace + A/C combined replacement | $6,600 for both | — |
| Building Permit Fee (calculated from above valuation) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the June 2026 Schedule of Fees valuation tiers | — |
| Plan Review (Administrative) Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
Sources & verification
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