Sign Permit in Parker, Colorado

Parker requires a sign permit for: A Sign Permit is required for construction or installation of all permanent signs allowed under Chapter 13.09, unless otherwise exempted; a new Sign Permit is also required for any change to a sign's location, size, shape, or other characteristic (except its message), per LDO Sec. 13.09.020(f)(1); Temporary signs must instead be registered with the Community Development Department prior to display (an electronic registry, not a permit); registration is not required between October 1 and November 15 each calendar year, per LDO Sec. 13.03.040(o)(2)a; Exemptions from Sign Permit/registration include signs smaller than 2 sq ft on a residential parcel, window signs under 6 sq ft, signs not legible from any right-of-way or adjacent property, on-premises athletic field/scoreboard signs, and other categories listed in LDO Sec. 13.09.020(c); Because of the potential hazard to the public from poorly constructed or installed signs, all permanent signs are inspected by the Building Division, per LDO Sec. 13.03.040(o)(2)b; Sign construction, erection, safety, and maintenance must comply with all Town building regulations, including Building Permit requirements where necessary; electric signs and permanent signs involving structural requirements of the building code may be installed, repaired, altered, or serviced only by a licensed contractor, per LDO Sec. 13.09.030(c)(1); A general LDO provision (13.03.040(o)(2)c) requires a decision within 60 days only where federal or state law mandates a decision within a stated period — this is a narrow trigger, not a general Sign Permit turnaround guarantee. If your project isn't listed, confirm with Town of Parker Building Division (Community Development Department) at 303-841-1970 before starting work.

$91 for a new permanent Sign Permit, per the Town's Development-Related User Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2025. A Planned Sign Program or Planned Sign Program Amendment (used for certain permanent/varied sign approvals) is $248 each.

Parker does not publish a plan-review timeline for this permit. Contact Town of Parker Building Division (Community Development Department) at 303-841-1970 for current turnaround.

You'll need: Sign Permit Application (eTRAKiT). Depending on your project, Parker may also ask for: Sign-type informational packet (Freestanding, Wall, Window, Sandwich Board, or Temporary Banner). See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Parker requires 1 inspection(s) for a sign permit, in order: Sign Installation Inspection. Schedule each through Town of Parker Building Division (Community Development Department) (303-841-1970).

Apply through Town of Parker Building Division (Community Development Department) at 20120 E. Mainstreet, Parker, CO 80138. Phone: 303-841-1970, email: building@parkerco.gov. Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Inspection requests called in prior to 4 p.m. are performed the following business day; roofing inspections occur 8 a.m.-12 p.m., no same-day requests.. Official information: https://www.parkerco.gov/114/Building-Division.

Parker, Colorado has adopted: Town of Parker is in transition: full enforcement of the 2024 International Codes begins June 30, 2026, in conjunction with the Colorado Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code. Source: Town of Parker Building Codes page, https://www.parkerco.gov/445/Building-Codes; 2024 International Building Code (IBC) — effective June 30, 2026; 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) — effective June 30, 2026; 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — effective June 30, 2026 (note: Parker uses the IPC, not the Uniform Plumbing Code); 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — effective June 30, 2026; 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — effective June 30, 2026; 2024 International Fire Code — effective June 30, 2026; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — effective June 30, 2026; 2024 International Existing Building Code — effective June 30, 2026; 2024 Non-Residential Property Maintenance Code — effective June 30, 2026; 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code — effective June 30, 2026; Parker Administrative Code (2024 edition, local amendments to the above) — effective June 30, 2026; 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (CWRC) — adopted per Town of Parker Building Codes page; 2025 Colorado Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code — adopted alongside the 2024 I-Codes; 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) remains in effect through December 31, 2026; the 2026 NEC takes effect January 1, 2027. Source: Town of Parker Building Codes page, https://www.parkerco.gov/445/Building-Codes; Roofing-specific current code reference (per the Town's own Re-Roofing Requirements handout, revised 3/14/2025, which predates the 2024 I-Code transition): 2021 IRC (Residential) and 2021 IBC (Commercial and Multi-Family). Source: https://www.parkerco.gov/DocumentCenter/View/738; Colorado has no statewide mandatory building code for most jurisdictions (home-rule authority). Parker's own adopted codes, amendments, and effective dates as listed above are the governing figures; always confirm current status directly with the Building Division given the June 30, 2026 code-transition date. Source: Colorado Energy Office, Building Energy Codes Toolkit, https://energyoffice.colorado.gov/building-energy-codes-toolkit. Local amendments apply — see the Parker overview page for the full list.

Yes, for permanent signs — a Sign Permit is required under LDO Sec. 13.09.020(f)(1) before construction or installation, with limited exemptions (e.g., small signs under 2 sq ft on residential parcels). Temporary signs instead go through a separate registration process.