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Broomfield building permits

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Broomfield, Colorado — as published 2026-08-25.

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Codes adopted

Colorado is a home-rule state with NO single statewide building code — each municipality and county adopts and amends its own code edition(s). The only statewide floor requirements are energy-code related (HB22-1362, the Colorado Energy Code Board / Model Low Energy and Carbon Code process) and, for accessory dwelling units, HB24-1152 (statewide ADU standards for eligible jurisdictions). Applicants working in any other Colorado city or county must independently confirm that jurisdiction's own adopted code edition and amendments — do not assume Broomfield's editions apply elsewhere. Source: Colorado Energy Office, Colorado Department of Local Affairs.City and County of Broomfield Ordinance No. 2295, adopted by Broomfield City Council, effective April 15, 2026: adopts the 2024 International Building Code, 2024 International Residential Code, 2024 International Mechanical Code, 2024 International Plumbing Code, 2024 International Fuel Gas Code, 2024 International Existing Building Code, and 2024 International Fire Code (2024 ICC code series), plus the Colorado Low Energy and Carbon Code (state Model Low Energy Carbon Code / MLECC amendment package). Source: City and County of Broomfield Building Code Information page and Building Division page.2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — City and County of Broomfield began enforcement August 1, 2023, based on the State of Colorado's statewide NEC adoption (Colorado state law requires uniform statewide adoption of the NEC only, per the State Electrical Board). Broomfield will begin enforcement of the 2026 NEC on August 1, 2026, per the State Electrical Board's adoption schedule. Source: City and County of Broomfield Building Code Information page.Broomfield Municipal Code (BMC) Title 15 (Building and Construction) codifies the locally-amended code editions and permit-fee authority (BMC 15-03-100); BMC Title 17 (Zoning), Chapter 17-32, governs accessory uses including fences (17-32-140) and accessory dwelling units (17-32-160 / 17-04-089). Source: City and County of Broomfield Building Code Information page; Municode library.Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Code: a state-mandated model code (Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code Board) that all Colorado jurisdictions must adopt by March 1, 2026 and enforce by June 1, 2026 — both deadlines appear on the City's dedicated 'Broomfield Voice' WUI project page, last updated 2026-04-15. The City's Building Division page still carries 2025-vintage text stating that Broomfield had not yet held its adoption hearing and was not expected to consider adoption until early 2026. The Broomfield Voice WUI page is more current and more explicit: the Wildfire Resilience Code 'has not been adopted by Broomfield,' hearing dates are 'not yet set,' and adoption-ordinance readings 'are not anticipated to occur until the second half of 2026.' Both the March 1, 2026 statewide adoption deadline and the June 1, 2026 enforcement deadline have passed with no adoption recorded on either page, so Broomfield's WUI code is not yet in effect. Confirm current status with the Building Division before relying on it. Source: City and County of Broomfield Building Division page, 'Wildland Urban Interface Code' notice; City of Broomfield ('Broomfield Voice'), '2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code' project page and its 'Key Dates' tab.

Permit types & fees

Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family House)

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Required for new single-family home construction in the City and County of Broomfield, reviewed against the 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) and Colorado Low Energy and Carbon Code as adopted by Ordinance No. 2295 (effective April 15, 2026). Applications and plans are submitted by email, not through the online portal.

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Requirements

Building permit required for all new single-family and one/two-family dwelling construction
Plans must comply with the 2024 IRC and Colorado Low Energy and Carbon Code as adopted by City and County of Broomfield Ordinance No. 2295
Design must meet City Design Criteria: residential roof/ground snow load 42 psf minimum or ASCE 7-22 (whichever is higher), 36-inch minimum frost depth, wind design per ASCE 7-22 with exposure category (B or C) assessed by the designer
New Single Family Submittal Requirements, New Single Family Application, New Home Plot/Drainage Plan Checklist, Service Expansion Fee Acknowledgement, Rough Letter/Special Inspection Handout, and Slab on Grade Acknowledgement Form must all be submitted
Site plan (improvement survey plat, plot plan, plat, or licensed-surveyor-stamped plan) required as base plan — Improvement Location Certificates (ILCs) are not accepted as of November 1, 2025
Final permit valuation may be set by the Building Official using ICC Building Valuation Data if the applicant's estimate is judged too low
All permit application documents must be emailed to buildingpermits@broomfield.org — permits cannot be submitted through the Online Portal

Required documents

RequiredNew Single Family ApplicationCity and County of Broomfield new single-family residential construction application
RequiredNew Single Family Submittal RequirementsChecklist of required plan sheets and supporting documents for new-home submittals
RequiredNew Home Plot / Drainage Plan ChecklistSite plan and drainage plan checklist for new single-family construction
RequiredService Expansion Fee AcknowledgementAcknowledgement of the $1.00-per-finished-square-foot Service Expansion Fee due before Certificate of Occupancy
OptionalSlab on Grade Acknowledgement FormRequired acknowledgement form for slab-on-grade foundation construction

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Building Permit Fee — valuation $1 to $500	$23.50	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule (General Permit Application packet)
Building Permit Fee — valuation $501 to $18,000	Scales from $26.55 (at $501-$600) up to $293.25 (at $17,000-$18,000) per the published $100-$1,000 valuation bands	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule
Building Permit Fee — valuation over $18,000	$2,000.01-$25,000: $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000 (or fraction); $25,000.01-$50,000: $391.75 plus $10.10 per additional $1,000; $50,000.01-$100,000: $643.75 plus $7.00 per additional $1,000; $100,000.01-$500,000: $993.75 plus $5.60 per additional $1,000; over $500,000: $3,233.75 plus $4.75 per additional $1,000	BMC 15-03-100(B), Table 1-A, as codified on Municode (fetched live via browser 2026-07-23) — the full table IS publicly codified through $500,000+, correcting a prior capture that described it as unpublished above $18,000
Plan Review Fee (new single-family)	65% of the building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permit fees combined	City and County of Broomfield Fees page; paid at permit issuance
Service Expansion Fee (SEF)	$1.00 per finished square foot of dwelling area	City and County of Broomfield Fees page; collected prior to Certificate of Occupancy
Use Tax on building materials	4.15% of 50% of total project valuation	City and County of Broomfield Fees page; collected at permit issuance
North Metro Fire Rescue District Impact Fee	$1.06 per square foot of residential floor area, billed and collected directly by NMFRD after building permit issuance	Now in effect as of 2026-07-23 per the City and County of Broomfield Fees page ('beginning July 23, 2026... Show full citationHide Now in effect as of 2026-07-23 per the City and County of Broomfield Fees page ('beginning July 23, 2026... will be in effect'); NMFRD's own Fire Impact Fees page separately states its district-wide schedule took effect April 22, 2026 — the two sources give different effective dates for the same fee. Confirm current status with NMFRD (303-452-9910) or buildingpermits@broomfield.org.

Residential Addition / Basement Finish / Remodel Permit

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Required for additions, basement finishes, and remodels affecting structural or life-safety elements of one- and two-family dwellings in Broomfield. Reviewed against the 2024 IRC as adopted by Ordinance No. 2295. Applications submitted by email.

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Requirements

Building permit required for additions, basement finishes/remodels, and structural repairs
Additions and basement finish/remodel projects require a Basement Finish/Home Remodel Questionnaire, Plans, a Site Plan (for additions), and an Engineer Stamped Report (for additions, or for interior structural remodels)
Structural repairs require Plans and an Engineer Stamped Report
General Permit Application and a Homeowner Statement (if the homeowner is performing any part of the work) required for all submittals
All permit application documents must be emailed to buildingpermits@broomfield.org — not submitted via the Online Portal

Required documents

RequiredGeneral Permit ApplicationStandard Broomfield permit application form (rev. April 2024)
RequiredBasement Finish / Home Remodel QuestionnaireRequired supporting document for basement finish and remodel projects
OptionalHomeowner StatementRequired if the homeowner is performing any part of the work themselves
OptionalEngineer Stamped ReportRequired for additions and for interior structural remodels

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (same schedule as new construction)	$23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the published fee table up to $293.25 at $17,000-$18,000; above $18,000 the codified BMC 15-03-100 Table 1-A schedule continues (e.g., $69.25 + $14.00/$1,000 from $2,000-$25,000, down to $4.75/$1,000 above $500,000)	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule
Use Tax on building materials	4.15% of 50% of total project valuation	City and County of Broomfield Fees page

Electrical Permit

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Required for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in the City and County of Broomfield, governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) per the State of Colorado's statewide NEC adoption, enforced by Broomfield since August 1, 2023. Fees are valuation-based like all other trade permits.

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Requirements

Electrical permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of hard-wired electrical systems
Governed by the 2023 NEC (statewide Colorado adoption); Broomfield will begin enforcing the 2026 NEC on August 1, 2026
Permit valuation must be listed separately in the electrical valuation field on the General Permit Application
For A/C replacement permits, part of the project valuation must also be listed in the electrical valuation field, along with the licensed electrical contractor's name
Homeowner-occupants may perform their own electrical work on their primary residence after signing a Homeowner Statement; contractors performing paid work must hold a Broomfield contractor license

Required documents

RequiredGeneral Permit ApplicationSubmitted by email to buildingpermits@broomfield.org, with the Electrical trade valuation and subcontractor listed
OptionalHomeowner StatementRequired if a homeowner-occupant is performing the electrical work themselves

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Electrical Permit Fee — valuation $1 to $500	$23.50	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule; same valuation-based table applies to all trades (general, electrical, mechanical, plumbing)
Electrical Permit Fee — valuation $501 to $18,000	Scales from $26.55 up to $293.25 per the published valuation bands	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule
Electrical Permit Fee — valuation over $18,000	$2,000.01-$25,000: $69.25 + $14.00 per additional $1,000; $25,000.01-$50,000: $391.75 + $10.10/$1,000; $50,000.01-$100,000: $643.75 + $7.00/$1,000; $100,000.01-$500,000: $993.75 + $5.60/$1,000; over $500,000: $3,233.75 + $4.75/$1,000	BMC 15-03-100(B), Table 1-A, codified on Municode — fully published through $500,000+, not merely a table available on request above $18,000
Plan Review Fee (where applicable — commercial, new single/multi-family, solar)	65% of the electrical permit fee	City and County of Broomfield Fees page

Plumbing Permit

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Required for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in the City and County of Broomfield, governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted by Ordinance No. 2295 (effective April 15, 2026).

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Requirements

Plumbing permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems, fixtures, water heaters, gas piping, and sewer/water service lines
Governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code as adopted by City and County of Broomfield Ordinance No. 2295
All water heaters require a permit, including like-for-like replacements
A Gas Pipe Plan is required if a tanked water heater is being replaced by a tankless unit
Sewer/water line repairs require a Site Plan
Homeowners performing their own residential plumbing work should review the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) addendum on Homeowner Residential Plumbing Work

Required documents

RequiredGeneral Permit ApplicationSubmitted by email to buildingpermits@broomfield.org, with the Plumbing trade valuation listed
OptionalSite PlanRequired for sewer/water line repairs
OptionalGas Pipe PlanRequired when replacing a tanked water heater with a tankless unit
OptionalDORA Addendum (Homeowner Residential Plumbing Work)State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies addendum for homeowners performing their own plumbing work

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Plumbing Permit Fee — valuation $1 to $500	$23.50	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule
Plumbing Permit Fee — valuation $501 to $18,000	Scales from $26.55 up to $293.25 per the published valuation bands	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule
Plumbing Permit Fee — valuation over $18,000	$2,000.01-$25,000: $69.25 + $14.00 per additional $1,000; $25,000.01-$50,000: $391.75 + $10.10/$1,000; $50,000.01-$100,000: $643.75 + $7.00/$1,000; $100,000.01-$500,000: $993.75 + $5.60/$1,000; over $500,000: $3,233.75 + $4.75/$1,000	BMC 15-03-100(B), Table 1-A, codified on Municode — fully published through $500,000+, not merely a table available on request above $18,000
Graywater Permit (flat fee, distinct from standard plumbing permit)	$200.00 plus applicable use tax	City and County of Broomfield Fees page

Mechanical / HVAC Permit

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Required for furnace, air conditioning, heat pump, boiler, and other mechanical equipment installation or replacement in the City and County of Broomfield, governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) and International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) as adopted by Ordinance No. 2295 (effective April 15, 2026).

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Requirements

Mechanical/HVAC permit required for furnaces, A/Cs, heat pumps, boilers, and gas line installation or replacement
Governed by the 2024 IMC and IFGC as adopted by City and County of Broomfield Ordinance No. 2295
For A/C replacements, part of the project valuation must also be entered in the electrical valuation field, along with the licensed electrical contractor's name
Like-for-like residential A/C and furnace replacements qualify for the fastest published review timeline (1-3 business days)

Required documents

RequiredGeneral Permit ApplicationSubmitted by email to buildingpermits@broomfield.org, with HVAC (and electrical, if applicable) trade valuation listed

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Mechanical/HVAC Permit Fee — valuation $1 to $500	$23.50	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule
Mechanical/HVAC Permit Fee — valuation $501 to $18,000	Scales from $26.55 up to $293.25 per the published valuation bands	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule
Mechanical/HVAC Permit Fee — valuation over $18,000	$2,000.01-$25,000: $69.25 + $14.00 per additional $1,000; $25,000.01-$50,000: $391.75 + $10.10/$1,000; $50,000.01-$100,000: $643.75 + $7.00/$1,000; $100,000.01-$500,000: $993.75 + $5.60/$1,000; over $500,000: $3,233.75 + $4.75/$1,000	BMC 15-03-100(B), Table 1-A, codified on Municode — fully published through $500,000+, not merely a table available on request above $18,000

Re-Roofing Permit

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Required for residential and commercial re-roofing in the City and County of Broomfield. Governed by the 2024 IRC/IBC roofing provisions and the Building Division's Roof Inspection Process Checklist (revised March 2026); reviewed for shingle classification, flashing, and slope-specific underlayment requirements.

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Requirements

Building permit required for re-roofing of any building
A Roof Slope Report is required for all pitched roof systems
Asphalt shingles must be classified ASTM D3161 Class F or ASTM D7158 Class H or G, and comply with Table R905.2.4.1 of the 2024 IRC; manufacturer's high-wind installation instructions must be followed
Drip edge required at eaves and gables of shingled roofs per IBC Section 1507.2.9.3 / IRC Section R905.2.8.5
Flashing at slope changes required per IRC R903.2.1 / IBC 1503.2.1 with no exceptions for shingle-to-shingle transitions
Laminate shingle stagger/offset minimum of 4 inches (Broomfield policy plus manufacturer guideline)
Broomfield has no history of ice damming and does NOT require ice-and-water shield at the eaves
Ladders must be set and secured by 8:00 a.m. the day of inspection
A mid-roof inspection must be called when the roof is 25%-50% complete; a final inspection is required when roofing is done

Required documents

RequiredRe-Roofing Permit ApplicationBroomfield-specific re-roofing application capturing roof system type, number of squares, slopes, and skylight/solar details (rev. March 2026)
RequiredRoof Slope ReportRequired for all pitched roof systems
OptionalMid-Roof or Final Roof Inspection AffidavitContractor affidavit option for roof inspection documentation

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Re-Roofing Permit Fee — valuation-based (same schedule as new construction)	$23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the published fee table up to $293.25 at $17,000-$18,000; above $18,000 the codified BMC 15-03-100 Table 1-A schedule continues (e.g., $69.25 + $14.00/$1,000 from $2,000-$25,000, down to $4.75/$1,000 above $500,000)	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule

Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Permit

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Required for all photovoltaic (PV) system installations in the City and County of Broomfield. Governed by the City's Photovoltaic Solar Systems requirements (2023 NEC & 2024 IRC, revised April 2026), which specify structural, electrical diagram, and licensing requirements distinct from a standard electrical permit.

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Requirements

Permits required for all PV systems; submittal must include a completed General Permit Application
Electrician's Affidavit/Grounding & Bonding/Roof Letter required, signed by the Master electrician responsible for installation, including the Colorado Master Electrician License number; this letter substitutes for the midpoint/grounding inspection of panels and racking
Site plan (8.5x11 acceptable) locating all equipment: PV array, combiner/junction boxes, disconnects, inverters, meter/service panel tie-in, ESS location if applicable, and roof plan with panel/vent locations
Manufacturer's specification sheets for PV panels and inverter required
Complete 3-line electrical diagram required, including system size (DC/STC), module specs, array specs, string count, conductor sizing, grounding, overcurrent protection, inverter AC output, and grid interconnection details (backfeed breaker rating, busbar rating, line/load side tap)
Mounting/racking system details required: manufacturer spec sheets showing uplift capacity for 110 mph (3-second gust) wind load and 30 psf snow load, attachment fastener details, and a Colorado-stamped engineer's verification letter (custom racking requires a site-specific engineered design)
Structural information required: roof framing member size/type/spacing, sheathing type/thickness, roofing layer count, flush vs. tilt mount, plus a Structural Evaluation letter stamped by an engineer
PV installation company must be licensed as a Class C subcontractor; electrical wiring must be installed by a City and County of Broomfield licensed electrician — the permit will not be issued without one listed
Permit fee valuation is based on total system value (materials, labor, overhead, profit) before any rebates, split into general (racking/mounting) and electrical (panels/equipment/wiring) valuation portions

Required documents

RequiredGeneral Permit ApplicationSubmitted by email to buildingpermits@broomfield.org, with General and Electrical trade valuations split
RequiredElectrician's Affidavit / Grounding & Bonding / Roof LetterSigned by the Master electrician with Colorado license number; substitutes for the midpoint/grounding roof inspection
RequiredSite PlanEquipment location plan per the Photovoltaic Solar Systems requirements
RequiredManufacturer Spec Sheets (Panels and Inverter)PV panel and inverter manufacturer specification sheets
Required3-Line Electrical DiagramComplete electrical diagram per the City's Photovoltaic Solar Systems requirements
RequiredStructural Evaluation LetterEngineer-stamped letter verifying racking/mounting design criteria (110 mph wind, 30 psf snow)
OptionalSolar Panel Inspection AffidavitOptional contractor affidavit for final solar inspection documentation

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Solar PV Permit Fee — valuation-based, split between General (racking/mounting) and Electrical (panels/wiring) trades	$23.50 minimum per trade ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the published fee table; above $18,000 per trade the codified BMC 15-03-100 Table 1-A schedule continues (e.g., $69.25 + $14.00/$1,000 from $2,000-$25,000, down to $4.75/$1,000 above $500,000)	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule; valuation is based on total system value before rebates
Plan Review Fee (solar installations)	65% of the combined general and electrical permit fees	City and County of Broomfield Fees page — Plan Review Fee explicitly applies to solar system installation permits

EV Charging Station Permit

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Required for installation of Level 1, Level 2, or DC Fast electric vehicle charging equipment (EVSE) at residential and non-residential properties in the City and County of Broomfield. Broomfield publishes a dedicated 'EV Charging Stations Installation and Permitting' guidance page, but the permit itself is filed as a standard building permit (with an accompanying electrical plan), not a separate EV-specific permit type or fee category.

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Requirements

Completed building permit application submitted to buildingpermits@broomfield.org or in person
Contractor information with a valid Broomfield business license
Homeowner statement required if the property owner performs any of the work themselves
Site plan showing EVSE location, structures, accessible parking spaces, and property boundaries
Electrical plan with load calculations and panel schedules — engineered-stamped for commercial installations
Manufacturer specification sheets for the charging equipment
Xcel Energy capacity screening required for higher-capacity installations, separate $300 utility fee
Underground inspection may be required; final inspection always required

Required documents

RequiredBuilding Permit Application (EV Charging Station)Standard Broomfield building permit application submitted with EVSE-specific site plan and electrical plan
RequiredElectrical Plan with Load CalculationsPanel schedule and load calculations; must be engineered-stamped for commercial EVSE installations
RequiredManufacturer Specification SheetEquipment specifications for the EV charger being installed

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Building/Electrical Permit Fee — valuation-based (no distinct EV-charger fee category)	$23.50 minimum, scaling per the valuation bands in the Building Division Fee Schedule (BMC 15-03-100, Table 1-A)	Broomfield's EV Charging Stations page states fees are due upon permit issuance but does not publish an EV-specific dollar figure; billed under the same valuation-based table as other electrical/building work
Xcel Energy Capacity Screening Fee	$300	Separate utility (not city) fee for capacity screening on higher-capacity EVSE installations, per Broomfield's EV Charging Stations Installation and Permitting page
Plan Review Fee (where applicable)	65% of the electrical/building permit fee	City and County of Broomfield Fees page

Demolition Permit

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Required for demolition of buildings within the City and County of Broomfield, assessed a flat permit fee distinct from the valuation-based trade fee schedule. A state demolition permit approval is also required as part of the local submittal.

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Requirements

Building permit required for demolition of any building
Submittal requires Plans, a Site Plan, and an Approved State Permit (Colorado state-level demolition approval, e.g., relating to asbestos/air-quality requirements) as part of the documentation set
All permit application documents must be emailed to buildingpermits@broomfield.org

Required documents

RequiredGeneral Permit ApplicationSubmitted by email to buildingpermits@broomfield.org
RequiredSite PlanRequired as part of the demolition permit submittal
RequiredApproved State PermitState of Colorado demolition-related approval required as part of the local submittal set

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Demolition Permit Fee (flat rate)	$100.00	City and County of Broomfield Fees page — flat rate, not valuation-based like other trade permits

Fence and Retaining Wall Permit

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Fences in Broomfield are administered by the Planning Division (not the Building Division) and require a permit above a 30-inch height threshold. Retaining walls over 3 feet in height are administered by the Building Division and require an engineer-stamped design.

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Requirements

Fence permit (Planning Division) required for any fence over 30 inches in height; also required for replacement/repair involving structural elements or more than 10 feet of fencing; fences under 30 inches, and minor repairs under 10 feet with no structural change, do not require a permit
Maximum residential fence height is 6 feet; front-yard fences are generally limited to 2.5 feet; PUD-zoned properties follow their Site Development Plan's specific fence provisions instead
Corner-lot fences within the sight triangle must be 3.5 feet or shorter, or at least 90% open in style (e.g., wrought iron)
Electrified, razor-wire, and barbed-wire fencing is prohibited on residential properties
Fences installed on residential property do not require an inspection
A site plan (acceptable formats include a Google Earth screenshot, a clear drawing, or a plot plan) illustrating the fence location must be attached to the Fence Permit Application; master fence permit applications must also attach fence detail
Retaining walls more than 3 feet in height (Building Division permit, not Planning) require Plans, a Site Plan, and an Engineer Stamped Report

Required documents

RequiredFence Permit ApplicationPlanning Division application submitted to PlanningApps@broomfield.org, requiring a site plan showing fence location, material, length, and height
RequiredSite Plan (fence)Google Earth screenshot, clear drawing, or plot plan showing proposed fence location
OptionalGeneral Permit Application (retaining wall)Building Division application for retaining walls over 3 feet, submitted to buildingpermits@broomfield.org
OptionalEngineer Stamped Report (retaining wall)Required for retaining walls over 3 feet in height

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Fence Permit Fee (Planning Division)	Valuation-based per the same BMC 15-03-100, Table 1-A schedule as other trade permits: $23.50 minimum ($1-$500), scaling to $293.25 at $17,000-$18,000, continuing above $18,000 per Table 1-A ($69.25 + $14.00/$1,000 from $2,000-$25,000, down to $4.75/$1,000 above $500,000)	The Fence Permit Application PDF's own page 1 instructs applicants 'For fee valuation see following page,' and page 2 of that same PDF is a 'Building Permit Fees' schedule matching BMC 15-03-100,… Show full citationHide The Fence Permit Application PDF's own page 1 instructs applicants 'For fee valuation see following page,' and page 2 of that same PDF is a 'Building Permit Fees' schedule matching BMC 15-03-100, Table 1-A exactly — this is the governing fee table for fence permits, not a separately-published Planning Division table. Confirm current amount with Planning at 303-438-6284 if in doubt.
Retaining Wall Permit Fee (Building Division) — valuation-based (same schedule as new construction)	$23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the published fee table; above $18,000 the codified BMC 15-03-100 Table 1-A schedule continues (e.g., $69.25 + $14.00/$1,000 from $2,000-$25,000, down to $4.75/$1,000 above $500,000)	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

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Required for construction of an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on a single-unit-zoned property in the City and County of Broomfield. Governed by Ordinance No. 2265 (adopted September 9, 2025, effective September 16, 2025; BMC §17-04-089 / §17-32-160), aligning Broomfield's local ADU rules with the statewide ADU law (HB24-1152). Reviewed by the Planning Division for zoning/design and the Building Division for construction.

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Requirements

Maximum one (1) ADU per property zoned for single-unit residential use; no owner-occupancy requirement
ADU may be internal, attached, or detached (including new-build detached structures, Tiny Homes, and Manufactured Homes per BMC Chapter 17-04); travel trailers, RVs, and shipping/storage containers are prohibited as ADUs
Size limit: up to 500 sq ft by right; larger ADUs are capped at the lesser of 50% of the principal dwelling's footprint (excluding garage/porch/similar areas) or 800 sq ft
ADU design must be consistent with the principal dwelling; where no specific zoning design standard applies, the ADU must be clad in a material similar to the principal structure
ADU must tie into the principal dwelling's existing water and sewer connections — no separate water/sewer tap or license required; other utilities (electric, gas, phone, internet) arranged separately with utility providers
Homes on septic systems must coordinate with the Health Protection Division of Health and Human Services (publichealth@broomfield.org, 720-887-2220) to confirm septic capacity
ADU must meet the zone district's applicable setback requirements, except the ADU's side setback is never greater than the principal dwelling's side setback
No new parking required unless (a) adjacent streets disallow on-street parking AND (b) the property is outside a Parking Reduction Area — if both apply, 3 off-street spaces (2 for the principal unit, 1 for the ADU) must be demonstrated
A Declaration of Use must be recorded, stating the ADU's size/location and referencing ongoing BMC compliance
Building permit required using the Building Department's General Permit Application form; contact the Building Division to confirm supporting documents (an ADU Checklist is required as a supporting document)
Applicants should confirm HOA rules before submitting, since HOAs may impose additional restrictions

Required documents

RequiredGeneral Permit ApplicationStandard Broomfield Building Division permit application, used for ADU construction
RequiredADU ChecklistSupporting document required with the Building Permit application for ADUs
RequiredDeclaration of UseRecorded document stating ADU size/location and BMC compliance obligation

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (same schedule as new construction/addition)	$23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the published fee table; above $18,000 the codified BMC 15-03-100 Table 1-A schedule continues (e.g., $69.25 + $14.00/$1,000 from $2,000-$25,000, down to $4.75/$1,000 above $500,000)	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule — ADUs are permitted through the same General Permit Application and fee structure as additions

Commercial Building Permit (New Commercial Construction & Commercial Additions)

Verified

Required for new commercial buildings and commercial additions in the City and County of Broomfield. Reviewed against the 2024 I-Codes (including the Colorado Low Energy and Carbon Code) and the 2026 NEC per the Building Division's New Commercial and Commercial Addition Permit Submittal Document Requirements (Revised July 2026). Uses a dedicated New Commercial Building Permit Application with five trade valuations (General, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Sprinkler) and requires separate parallel submittals to North Metro Fire Rescue District and the City Engineering Division.

Verified 2026-08-02 · Source

Requirements

All submittals must be to the 2024 I-Codes, including the Low Energy and Carbon Code, and the 2026 NEC codes (Broomfield began enforcing the 2026 NEC August 1, 2026 per the State Electrical Board schedule)
Provide 1 hard copy of the stamped plans including architectural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and structural sheets — MEPs and structurals require a Colorado Engineer stamp; a copy of the site utility plan must be included in the overall set
Provide an electronic copy of the full set of plans, the soils report, and the Colorado-stamped engineer's structural calculations
Provide electronic copies of energy code forms not in the main plan set, and Evaluation Reports for manufactured stone, stucco, roofing systems, or other exterior wall finishes
Provide a completed CCOB Form Ensuring Compliance with Worker's Compensation Insurance Coverage Requirements (per SB26-093 / C.R.S. 8-41-213, included in the permit application); projects with total construction cost over $1 million must also submit Colorado DLE Division of Workers' Compensation Form WC205 for the permit holder and any contractors/subcontractors
Provide a completed water/sewer license application with estimated water usage and supporting documentation, area of land to be irrigated, and size of water tap/meter, sewer tap, and fire line (if applicable)
Submit separately to the North Metro Fire District; separately to the Broomfield Health Department if the project has food service or a public pool; separately to City Engineering for grading and utility reviews/permits; and separately to Stormwater if the site is over one acre — the Building Division routes plans to the Planning Division itself
Application must state IBC Construction Type, IBC Occupancy Class, building height, stories, per-floor areas and uses, foundation type, soil report number, fire sprinkler system type, number of elevators, setback distances, and whether hazardous materials are stored or used (with list and maximum quantities if yes)
Signs, construction trailers, grading, landscape irrigation, site improvements, and fences all require separate permits
All permit application documents are emailed to buildingpermits@broomfield.org — permits cannot be submitted through the Online Portal

Required documents

RequiredNew Commercial Building Permit ApplicationDedicated commercial application (Revised April 2024) with trade valuations for General, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Sprinkler, plus IBC construction type/occupancy, per-floor areas/uses, and hazardous materials declaration; valuation per BMC §15-03-100
RequiredStamped Plan Set (1 hard copy + electronic full set)Architectural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and structural drawings; MEP and structural sheets require a Colorado Engineer stamp; site utility plan included in the overall set
RequiredSoils ReportElectronic copy of the geotechnical/soils report
RequiredStructural CalculationsElectronic copy of the Colorado-stamped engineer's structural calculations
RequiredEnergy Code FormsElectronic copies of energy code compliance forms not included in the main plan set (2024 IECC / Colorado Low Energy and Carbon Code)
RequiredEvaluation Reports for Exterior FinishesElectronic copies of Evaluation Reports for manufactured stone, stucco, roofing systems, or other exterior wall finishes
RequiredCCOB Workers' Compensation Compliance FormPer SB26-093 / C.R.S. 8-41-213 (form dated July 2026, included in the permit application); projects over $1 million total construction cost must attach CDLE Form WC205
RequiredWater/Sewer License ApplicationWith estimated water usage and supporting documentation, irrigated land area, and water tap/meter, sewer tap, and fire line sizes
RequiredSpecial Inspection AcknowledgementBuilding Division form acknowledging the special inspection program for the project, linked from the Contractor Licensing and Building Permits page for new commercial construction

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Building Permit Fee — valuation-based, calculated separately per trade (General, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Sprinkler)	$23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation) scaling per the published bands; $2,000.01-$25,000: $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000; $25,000.01-$50,000: $391.75 plus $10.10/$1,000; $50,000.01-$100,000: $643.75 plus $7.00/$1,000; $100,000.01-$500,000: $993.75 plus $5.60/$1,000; over $500,000: $3,233.75 plus $4.75/$1,000	BMC 15-03-100(B), Table 1-A (codified on Municode); valuation must include the total value of vertical work, materials, labor, overhead, and profit per BMC §15-03-100
Plan Review Fee (commercial projects)	65% of the building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permit fees combined	City and County of Broomfield Fees page: 'A plan review fee is charged for commercial projects...'; separate $50.00-per-hour plan review fees may apply depending on project scope
Use Tax on building materials	4.15% of 50% of total project valuation	Collected at permit issuance per BMC §3-08-060/§3-08-020 (Fees page). A parallel 4.15% use tax on 50% of site-work valuation (landscaping, parking lots, patios, sidewalks, private utilities) is collected separately by the Engineering Division.
North Metro Fire Rescue District Impact Fee	$1.50/sq ft Commercial & Retail; $2.04/sq ft Office; $1.43/sq ft Public & Institutional; $1.09/sq ft Industrial & Manufacturing; $0.24/sq ft Warehouse & Storage	In effect — the City's fees page states, 'Beginning July 23, 2026... Show full citationHide In effect — the City's fees page states, 'Beginning July 23, 2026... will be in effect.' Billed and collected directly by NMFRD after the City issues the building permit, per NMFRD's Fire Impact Fees schedule effective April 22, 2026. Confirm the current amount with NMFRD at 303-452-9910
Water and sewer license fees (separate from building permit fees)	$39,350 per three-quarter-inch equivalent water tap; $15,500 per equivalent sewer tap (rates effective January 1, 2026)	Ordinance 2286/2287; the water/sewer license application is a required commercial submittal document but licenses are not issued before the building permit itself

Tenant Finish / Commercial Remodel Permit

Verified

Required for tenant finish and commercial remodel work in existing commercial buildings in the City and County of Broomfield. A genuinely distinct process from new commercial construction: it has its own Tenant Finish / Commercial Remodel Permit Application, its own New Commercial Tenant Finish Permit Submittal Requirements document (Revised July 2026), an all-electronic submittal (no hard-copy plans, no soils report), a shorter published review timeline (5-6 weeks vs 6-7 weeks), and fewer required parallel agency submittals.

Verified 2026-08-02 · Source

Requirements

All submittals must be to the 2024 I-Codes, including the Low Energy and Carbon Code, and the 2026 NEC Codes
Provide an electronic copy of the full set of plans — all sheets must be stamped by the architect/engineers; if the file exceeds 25 MB, submit a zip file or download link
Provide electronic copies of the energy code forms not included in the main plan set
Provide the completed Tenant Finish / Commercial Remodel Permit Application, including trade valuations (General, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Sprinkler), IBC Construction Type and Occupancy Class, existing building use, per-area square footage and uses, and whether hazardous materials are stored or used
Provide a completed CCOB Form Ensuring Compliance with Worker's Compensation Insurance Coverage Requirements (per SB26-093 / C.R.S. 8-41-213, included in the permit application); projects over $1 million total construction cost must also submit CDLE Form WC205
Provide a completed water license application with estimated water usage and supporting documentation if adding a significant number of new plumbing fixtures
Submit separately to North Metro Fire District, and separately to the Broomfield Health Department if the project has food service or a public pool
The Building Division routes plans to Planning only if the project shows alterations to the exterior of the building
The application asks whether the Health Department and Fire Department have been contacted and whether this is a new business/location
Signs, construction trailers, grading, landscape irrigation, and fences require separate permits
All permit application documents are emailed to buildingpermits@broomfield.org — permits cannot be submitted through the Online Portal

Required documents

RequiredTenant Finish / Commercial Remodel Permit ApplicationDedicated application (Building Division, June 2024) with trade valuations for General, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Sprinkler; owner email address required; valuation per BMC §15-03-100
RequiredElectronic Plan Set (architect/engineer stamped)Full electronic plan set with all sheets stamped by the architect/engineers; zip file or download link if over 25 MB — no hard copy required, unlike new commercial construction
RequiredEnergy Code FormsElectronic copies of energy code compliance forms not included in the main plan set (Colorado Low Energy and Carbon Code)
RequiredCCOB Workers' Compensation Compliance FormPer SB26-093 / C.R.S. 8-41-213, included in the permit application; CDLE Form WC205 attached for projects over $1 million total construction cost
OptionalWater License ApplicationRequired only if the project adds a significant number of new plumbing fixtures; include estimated water usage with supporting documentation

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Building Permit Fee — valuation-based, calculated separately per trade (General, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Sprinkler)	$23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation) scaling per the published bands; $2,000.01-$25,000: $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000; $25,000.01-$50,000: $391.75 plus $10.10/$1,000; $50,000.01-$100,000: $643.75 plus $7.00/$1,000; $100,000.01-$500,000: $993.75 plus $5.60/$1,000; over $500,000: $3,233.75 plus $4.75/$1,000	BMC 15-03-100(B), Table 1-A (codified on Municode). Valuation includes the total value of work, materials, labor, overhead, and profit, per BMC §15-03-100 — build your valuation that way, not from materials alone.
Plan Review Fee (commercial projects, including tenant finish)	65% of the building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permit fees combined	City and County of Broomfield Fees page — the plan review fee applies to commercial projects as a category; paid at permit issuance
Use Tax on building materials	4.15% of 50% of total project valuation	Collected at permit issuance per BMC §3-08-060/§3-08-020 (Fees page); the application's signature block includes explicit consent to pay use tax, with records auditable for 3 years after final inspection or C.O.

Sign Permit

Verified

Required for most permanent signage in the City and County of Broomfield, including freestanding, monument, wall, and ground-level directional signs. Filed on a dedicated Sign Permit Application requiring both Building Division and Planning Division sign-off, and reviewed against the City's sign code (BMC Chapter 17-44) for placement, area, setback, and illumination limits.

Verified 2026-08-13 · Source

Requirements

Sign permit required for most permanent signage; off-site signage is prohibited under BMC 17-44-060
Signs must comply with the approved site development plan and the sign code (BMC Chapter 17-44); Planning Division approval is required in addition to Building Division approval — the application has separate 'Building Division Approval' and 'Planning Division Approval' sign-off blocks
Illuminated signs must not exceed 0.3 foot-candles of light detectable at the property line per BMC 17-44-080(D); the applicant must affirm compliance on the application and may be asked to provide documentation at review
Application must state sign type (Ground Level Directional, Freestanding, Wall, or Monument), number of signs, illumination status, and sign area (sf) for each type present
For ground level, freestanding, and monument signs, actual distances to all four property lines (front, left side, right side, rear setbacks) must be shown
Application must state the tenant's leased area, total sign area, and number of tenants in the building
A site plan showing sign location, distance to property line(s), street location, and frontage of tenant space on the building is required, along with a sign plan/detail showing dimensions, height above ground, text/pictures/symbols, sign materials, type of lighting (if applicable), and method of mounting
Freestanding signs may require an engineered foundation
It is the owner's responsibility to obtain any required Homeowners' Association and/or Architectural Control Committee approval
Project valuation (General and, where applicable, Electrical trade) is entered on the same BMC §15-03-100 basis as other Broomfield trade permits
Temporary signs are a separate, no-fee Planning Division 'Development Application' category, distinct from this permanent Sign Permit

Required documents

RequiredSign Permit ApplicationCity and County of Broomfield Building Division form (Revised June 2024) capturing sign type, area, setbacks, illumination, and General/Electrical trade valuation
RequiredSite Plan (sign)Shows sign location, distances to property line(s), street location, and frontage of tenant space on the building
RequiredSign Plan / DetailDimensions of the sign, height above ground, text/pictures/symbols, sign materials, lighting type (if applicable), and mounting method
OptionalEngineered Foundation PlanRequired for freestanding signs when the Building Division determines an engineered footing is needed

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Sign Permit Fee — valuation-based (General and Electrical trades), same schedule as other Broomfield trade permits	$23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the published fee table up to $293.25 at $17,000-$18,000; above $18,000 the codified BMC 15-03-100 Table 1-A schedule continues (e.g., $69.25 + $14.00/$1,000 from $2,000-$25,000, down to $4.75/$1,000 above $500,000)	Sign Permit Application (Building Division, rev. June 2024), page 2, 'Broomfield Building Division Fees' — the application itself states signs are billed under the standard Permit Fee Schedule, not a distinct sign-specific fee table
Use Tax on sign materials	4.15% of 50% of total project valuation	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule; collected at permit issuance per BMC §3-08-060/§3-08-020
Temporary Sign (Planning Division development application)	No fee	City and County of Broomfield 2026 Community Development Fees schedule (Planning Division Fees, Development Applications table) — distinct from, and not to be confused with, this valuation-based permanent Sign Permit

Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Permit

Verified

Required for installation, alteration, or repair of fire sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems within the City and County of Broomfield. Broomfield does not have its own in-house fire marshal — the North Metro Fire Rescue District (NMFRD), an independent special fire protection district headquartered in Broomfield, is confirmed as 'the fire department serving the City and County of Broomfield' and performs fire-system plan review, permitting, and inspection. A Fire Sprinkler trade valuation line also exists on Broomfield's own General Permit Application, so most fire-suppression work is billed twice: once by the City under the standard valuation-based fee schedule, and separately by NMFRD's own Fire Prevention Division.

Verified 2026-08-13 · Source

Requirements

The City and County of Broomfield's own 2026 Community Development Fees document states: 'The North Metro Fire Rescue District is the fire department serving the City and County of Broomfield. They are involved in various aspects of plan review, permits, and inspection, depending on the scope of your project. Additional fees may be required for fire district reviews or permits.'
Fire Sprinkler is a listed trade valuation (alongside General, Electrical, HVAC, and Plumbing) on Broomfield's General Permit Application — the City collects its own trade-valuation fee for fire-sprinkler work in addition to NMFRD's separate plan review and permit fees
NMFRD plans must be submitted electronically in PDF format only — no paper copies accepted
Drawings must use a nationally accepted engineering or architectural scale, with a completed Application for Plan Review
Colorado-licensed Professional Engineer or fire-system-design-professional seals, signatures, and dates are required on submitted plans per Colorado regulations
NMFRD reviews plans on a first-in, first-out basis; turnaround time depends on construction volume in the district at the time of submittal
NMFRD offers 'fast-track' permits for minor alterations to existing systems: work on an existing fire sprinkler system limited to 30 or fewer sprinkler heads, or work on an existing fire alarm system limited to 10 or fewer devices, typically qualifies
Incomplete initial submissions may require resubmittal, which can trigger an additional review fee
All NMFRD fees are due before permit issuance and before inspections are scheduled
NMFRD inspections require a minimum of 2 business days' advance notice and are only scheduled after plans are approved and fees are paid

Required documents

RequiredGeneral Permit Application (City of Broomfield)Submitted by email to buildingpermits@broomfield.org, with the Fire Sprinkler trade valuation and subcontractor listed
RequiredNMFRD Application for Plan ReviewNorth Metro Fire Rescue District's own plan-review submittal form, filed directly with the district's Fire Prevention Division
RequiredFire Protection System Plans (electronic PDF)Engineering/architectural-scale drawings, PE- or design-professional-sealed per Colorado regulations; PDF format only, no paper copies accepted by NMFRD

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
City Building Permit Fee — Fire Sprinkler trade valuation (same BMC 15-03-100 Table 1-A schedule as other trades)	$23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the published fee table up to $293.25 at $17,000-$18,000; above $18,000 the codified BMC 15-03-100 Table 1-A schedule continues (e.g., $69.25 + $14.00/$1,000 from $2,000-$25,000, down to $4.75/$1,000 above $500,000)	City and County of Broomfield General Permit Application (rev. April 2024) lists Fire Sprinkler as its own trade-valuation line, billed under the same citywide fee table as General/Electrical/HVAC/Plumbing
NMFRD Plan Review Fee (building/tenant finish fire-protection plans)	$130.00 per hour	North Metro Fire Rescue District, Permits/Inspections page; billed for staff time reviewing fire sprinkler/alarm plans, separate from and in addition to the City's Fire Sprinkler trade-valuation fee
NMFRD Resubmittal / Disapproval Fee	$130.00 per hour of staff review time, plus the original plan review fee	North Metro Fire Rescue District, Permits/Inspections page — charged when a submitted plan set is not approved and must be corrected and resubmitted
NMFRD Fast-Track Permit (minor sprinkler/alarm alterations)	Based on the contractor's valuation of the work, per the fee schedule in the fire code adopted by the city/county where the work occurs	North Metro Fire Rescue District, Permits/Inspections page — available for existing-system work limited to ≤30 sprinkler heads or ≤10 alarm devices; exact dollar figures not published online — confirm with NMFRD Fire Prevention Division, 720-887-8217
Use Tax on fire-suppression materials	4.15% of 50% of total project valuation	City and County of Broomfield Fees page; collected at building-permit issuance on the City side of the project

Change of Use Permit

Verified

Required in the City and County of Broomfield whenever an existing building or tenant space changes to a different use or occupancy classification, even absent major construction. Broomfield does not publish a dedicated change-of-use application or fee category — the change is filed on the same General Permit Application used for alterations and remodels, reviewed by the Building Division under the 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) as adopted by Ordinance No. 2295, and is typically paired with a Planning Division zoning/land-use compliance check and, for a new business, a Certificate of Occupancy.

Verified 2026-08-13 · Source

Requirements

The City and County of Broomfield's own Building Division FAQ ('Do I need a building permit for my project?') explicitly lists changes of use among the project types that require a permit: 'Alterations, garage conversions, changes of use, structural repairs, drywall, and fire or flood repairs require permits'
Reviewed against the 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) as adopted by City and County of Broomfield Ordinance No. 2295, which governs change-of-occupancy requirements for existing buildings
Filed on the same General Permit Application used for residential/commercial additions, remodels, and structural repairs — Broomfield does not publish a distinct 'Change of Use' application form
The City's Prospective Owners & Operators guidance for new businesses recommends filing a pre-application with the Planning Division first, to confirm the intended use complies with Broomfield's land use and zoning laws, before or alongside the Building Division permit
A new business or new use in an existing space also needs a Certificate of Occupancy from the Building Division; a Commercial Certificate of Occupancy Checklist is published separately
A Food License from the Broomfield Department of Public Health and Environment is required if the new use involves food service
Registering the business with the State of Colorado is a separate prerequisite step recommended before applying locally
All General, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (and Fire Sprinkler, if applicable) trade valuations must be listed on the General Permit Application per BMC §15-03-100, even if the change of use involves no physical construction
All permit application documents must be emailed to buildingpermits@broomfield.org — permits cannot be submitted through the Online Portal

Required documents

RequiredGeneral Permit ApplicationStandard Broomfield Building Division permit application (rev. April 2024), used for change-of-use submittals as there is no dedicated change-of-use form
OptionalPlanning Division Pre-Application / Zoning Compliance CheckRecommended by the City's Prospective Owners & Operators guidance to confirm the new use is permitted under Broomfield's zoning code before or alongside the building permit
OptionalZoning Verification LetterOptional Planning Division letter confirming a property's zoning and permitted uses; available in Simple or Complex tiers
RequiredCommercial Certificate of Occupancy ChecklistBuilding Division checklist of items required before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued for the new use

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (same schedule as other General Permit Application trades)	$23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the published fee table; above $18,000 the codified BMC 15-03-100 Table 1-A schedule continues (e.g., $69.25 + $14.00/$1,000 from $2,000-$25,000, down to $4.75/$1,000 above $500,000)	City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule — Broomfield does not publish a distinct change-of-use fee category; valuation reflects whatever construction, if any, accompanies the use change
Zoning Verification Letter — Simple	$25.00	City and County of Broomfield 2026 Community Development Fees (Planning Division Fees, Development Applications table) — optional, used to confirm zoning compliance for the new use
Zoning Verification Letter — Complex	$50.00	City and County of Broomfield 2026 Community Development Fees (Planning Division Fees, Development Applications table)
Use Tax on any accompanying construction materials	4.15% of 50% of total project valuation	City and County of Broomfield Fees page; applies only if the change of use includes taxable construction materials

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-23.

City and County of Broomfield Building Division (Community Development Department) — official building department

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