Demolition Permit in Longmont, Colorado
Required for full or partial demolition of structures in Longmont. Fee is a flat rate distinguishing minor interior demolition from major building demolition.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
When you need this permit
- Building permit required for any demolition of a structure
- Interior demolition and major building demolition are tracked as distinct application types on the ACA portal ('Demolition' and 'Interior Demolition')
- Asbestos testing report required if associated demolition totals greater than 32 sq ft (per ADU Guide cross-reference; likely applies more broadly to general demolition though not independently confirmed outside the ADU context)
Required documents
- Req
Demolition / Interior Demolition Application (via ACA portal)
Online application through Accela Citizen Access; distinct forms for full/major demolition vs. interior-only demolition
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition — Minor Interior | $50.00 | City of Longmont FY2026 Planning & Development Services Fee Manual (effective 3/24/2026), 'Other Permits — Residential/Commercial' table (PDF p.17): 'Demolition -- Minor Interior $50' — flat fee confirmed verbatim in the itemized fee table |
| Demolition — Major Building | $100.00 | FY2026 Fee Manual, 'Other Permits — Residential/Commercial' table (PDF p.17): 'Demolition -- Major Building $100' — flat fee confirmed verbatim in the itemized fee table |
Review timeline
~0–0 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Longmont building department
Inspection process
- 1
Final
Site cleared, debris removed, utilities properly capped
Tips
- Longmont's demolition fees are notably low flat rates ($50 minor interior / $100 major building) compared to many jurisdictions' valuation-based demolition fees — confirm with Building Services whether any additional utility-disconnect or bonding requirements apply to your specific project, as those were not found published alongside the flat fee.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a demolition permit cost in Longmont?
- Minor interior demolition is a flat $50.00 fee; major building demolition is a flat $100.00 fee, per the City of Longmont FY2026 Fee Manual.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-01.
- City of Longmont — Building Services (Building Inspection Division), Development Services Center — official building department
- City of Longmont FY2026 Planning & Development Services Fee Manual (effective 3/24/2026, PDF)
- Applications for Permit — City of Longmont
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Longmont building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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