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Gypsum building permits
VerifiedGypsum, Colorado — as published 2026-08-26.
Verified 2026-08-17 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new construction of single-family homes, duplexes, and townhomes in the Town of Gypsum. Reviewed under the 2021 IRC/IBC as locally adopted plus the Town's published design criteria (40 psf ground snow load, 90 mph wind design exposure, 42-inch frost depth, Seismic Design Category C). Issued by the Community Development Department, Building Department, after Design Review Board/HOA approval where applicable.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Design Review Board (DRB) or Homeowners Association (HOA) approval required before building permit submittal, unless the project is within Eagle River Estate or Bertroch (which do not require this step) — a letter or stamped approved plan set must be provided at submittal
- Plans must comply with the 2021 IRC/IBC as adopted, and must meet the Town's design criteria: 40 psf ground snow load, 90 mph wind design exposure, 42-inch minimum frost depth, Seismic Design Category C
- Soils testing required; if bearing values test below 1,500 PSF, an engineered, stamped foundation plan is required
- Full plan set required: title block with legal description/subdivision/lot-block/address/preparer/owner, site plan (preferred 1"=10' scale) showing easements/utilities/landscaping/drainage/existing structures, footing and foundation plans, framing plans with sections and opening locations, floor plans (room usage, windows/doors, drywall type, electrical outlets, smoke detectors, fire-rated walls, exit corridors), elevations, building/wall sections foundation-to-roof, and stair details with rise/run/headroom
- All contractors must hold a current Town of Gypsum Contractor's License ($90/year in 2026, $80/year in 2025; see the commercial-building-permit entry's fees array note for sourcing) in addition to any required Colorado state trade license
- Improvement Location Survey (ILS) required before Certificate of Occupancy is issued
- Applications submitted via the Town's online Building Permit & Plan Submittal portal (Streamline); separate permits required for Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical work
- Permit becomes null and void if work is not commenced within 180 days of issuance
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted through the Town of Gypsum online Building Permit & Plan Submittal portal; requires owner, contractor, architect/engineer details, use classification, class of work, valuation, and DRB/HOA approval status
- RequiredFull Digital Plan Set (PDF)Site plan, footing/foundation plans, framing plans, floor plans, elevations, building/wall sections, stair details, per the Plan Requirements page
- RequiredDRB/HOA Approval Letter or Stamped PlansRequired prior to Town submittal for all parcels outside Eagle River Estate and Bertroch
- RequiredSoils ReportRequired for new construction; triggers an engineered stamped foundation plan if bearing values are below 1,500 PSF
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | $1.00-$500.00: $50.00 | $501.00-$2,000.00: $50.00 for the first $500 plus $3.05 per additional $100 or fraction | $2,001.00-$25,000.00: $95.75 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $25,001.00-$50,000.00: $417.75 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $50,001.00-$100,000.00: $670.25 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $100,001.00-$500,000.00: $1,020.25 for the first $100,000 plus $6.50 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $500,001.00-$1,000,000.00: $3,620.25 for the first $500,000 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $1,000,000.00 and up: $6,120.25 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | Town of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.01.040(g) (Chapter 15.01, INTERNATIONAL CODES), amending IBC Section 109.2 "Schedule of permit fees". Show full citationHideTown of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.01.040(g) (Chapter 15.01, INTERNATIONAL CODES), amending IBC Section 109.2 "Schedule of permit fees". Title 15 was repealed and re-enacted in full by Ord. No. 2023-08, § 1(Exh. A), adopted 2023-06-27; code current through Ord. No. 2025-18, enacted 2026-01-13 (Supp. No. 22). Code text as published on library.municode.com (accessed 2026-08-17). Commercial valuation is set by the most current ICC Building Valuation Data Chart per the same subsection. Per-trade fee tables are codified at Sec. 15.02.020 Table 2 (mechanical), Sec. 15.02.030 Table 3 (plumbing), Sec. 15.02.050 Table 4 (electrical) — mechanical and plumbing both compute as a $60.00 base plus $16.00 per additional increment. Sec. 15.01.040(h) sets permit transfer at 65% of the original building permit fee. |
| Contractor's License (annual) | $90 (2026); was $80 (2025) | The 2025 Annual Fee Schedule PDF and Resolution No. 29 (Series 2025) fee schedule (effective 1/1/2026) both show $80 annually for 2025. See the commercial-building-permit entry's fees array for full sourcing detail. |
| Additional/Re-inspection Fee | $60.00 per inspection | Base permit fee includes a maximum of four inspections; each additional inspection or re-inspection is billed separately and due before the inspection |
| Permit Late Fee | 18% per year (1.5% per month) | 2025 Annual Fee Schedule, Community Development section |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions and interior remodels/finishes to existing single-family, duplex, and townhome structures in Gypsum, including basement finishes, garages, patio covers, and uncovered decks, each covered by a dedicated 2021 Town building guide. Reviewed under the 2021 IRC as locally adopted.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- DRB/HOA approval required before submittal if the project includes exterior changes and the parcel is outside Eagle River Estate or Bertroch
- Basement Finish, Residential Ramp, Residential Garage, Patio Cover, and Uncovered Deck projects are each governed by a Town-published 2021 guide document listing scope-specific requirements
- Soils testing and engineered foundation plans required if the addition includes new footings and bearing values test below 1,500 PSF
- All contractors must hold a current Town of Gypsum Contractor's License
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town's online Building Permit & Plan Submittal portal
- OptionalScope-Specific Building GuideBasement Finish Guide, Residential Garage Guide, Patio Cover Guide, or Uncovered Decks Guide (all 2021 editions), matched to project scope
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | $1.00-$500.00: $50.00 | $501.00-$2,000.00: $50.00 for the first $500 plus $3.05 per additional $100 or fraction | $2,001.00-$25,000.00: $95.75 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $25,001.00-$50,000.00: $417.75 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $50,001.00-$100,000.00: $670.25 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $100,001.00-$500,000.00: $1,020.25 for the first $100,000 plus $6.50 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $500,001.00-$1,000,000.00: $3,620.25 for the first $500,000 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $1,000,000.00 and up: $6,120.25 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | Town of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.01.040(g) (Chapter 15.01, INTERNATIONAL CODES), amending IBC Section 109.2 "Schedule of permit fees". Show full citationHideTown of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.01.040(g) (Chapter 15.01, INTERNATIONAL CODES), amending IBC Section 109.2 "Schedule of permit fees". Title 15 was repealed and re-enacted in full by Ord. No. 2023-08, § 1(Exh. A), adopted 2023-06-27; code current through Ord. No. 2025-18, enacted 2026-01-13 (Supp. No. 22). Code text as published on library.municode.com (accessed 2026-08-17). Commercial valuation is set by the most current ICC Building Valuation Data Chart per the same subsection. Per-trade fee tables are codified at Sec. 15.02.020 Table 2 (mechanical), Sec. 15.02.030 Table 3 (plumbing), Sec. 15.02.050 Table 4 (electrical) — mechanical and plumbing both compute as a $60.00 base plus $16.00 per additional increment. Sec. 15.01.040(h) sets permit transfer at 65% of the original building permit fee. |
| Additional/Re-inspection Fee | $60.00 per inspection | Base permit fee includes a maximum of four inspections |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, alteration, or repair of electrical systems in Gypsum, issued as a separate permit from the general Building Permit per the Town's own application form. Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Issued as a standalone permit, separate from the Building Permit, per the Building Permit Application's own notice that 'separate permits are required for Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical'
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by the Town of Gypsum
- Contractors must hold a current Town of Gypsum Contractor's License; applicable Colorado state electrical licensure also required
- For smaller scope work not requiring plans (e.g., electrical panel upgrades), one-time permit applications are available per the Building Permit Application page
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town of Gypsum online Building Permit & Plan Submittal portal, or as a one-time permit application for smaller scopes
- RequiredTown of Gypsum Contractor's LicenseRequired for all contractors performing electrical work in Town
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee | Set by Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.02.050, Table 4 (electrical permit and related inspection fees) | Town of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Chapter 15.02 (TABLES), Sec. Show full citationHideTown of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Chapter 15.02 (TABLES), Sec. 15.02.050 Table 4. Title 15 was repealed and re-enacted in full by Ord. No. 2023-08, § 1(Exh. A), adopted 2023-06-27; code current through Ord. No. 2025-18, enacted 2026-01-13 (Supp. No. 22). Code text as published on library.municode.com (accessed 2026-08-17). Table 4 is codified in Chapter 15.02; individual line items are not reproduced here, so the amount records the governing table rather than asserting a figure. |
| Additional/Re-inspection Fee | $60.00 per inspection | General Town of Gypsum inspection fee, applies across trade permits per the Inspections page |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems in Gypsum, issued as a separate permit from the general Building Permit. Governed by the 2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted.
Verified 2026-08-17 · Source
Requirements
- Issued as a standalone permit, separate from the Building Permit, per the Town's own application form
- Governed by the 2021 IPC as adopted by the Town of Gypsum
- Contractors must hold a current Town of Gypsum Contractor's License; applicable Colorado state plumbing licensure also required
- One-time permit applications available for smaller scopes not requiring plans, such as plumbing fixture replacement
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town's online Building Permit & Plan Submittal portal, or as a one-time permit application for smaller scopes
- RequiredTown of Gypsum Contractor's LicenseRequired in addition to Colorado state plumbing licensure
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit Fee | $60.00 base plus $16.00 per additional increment (per Table 3) — e.g. the code's own worked example prices an $8,400 installation at $204.00 | Sec. 15.02.030, Table 3 ("Plumbing permit and related inspection fees"). Show full citationHideSec. 15.02.030, Table 3 ("Plumbing permit and related inspection fees"). Worked example quoted verbatim from the code: "The plumbing permit fee for an installation with a total value of $8,400.00 would be $204.00, calculated as a $60.00 base fee + (9 x $16.00 additional fee)." Fees include three inspections (underground, rough-in, final); re-inspection fees are set out in the same section. Sec. 15.01.100 additionally provides that "Minimum permit and inspection fees shall comply with the minimum stated in Table 3 of this chapter", so Table 3 sets the floor for other permit types too. The full tier table is not reproduced here, so the increment boundary is not asserted. Town of Gypsum Code of Ordinances, Title 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION), Chapter 15.02 (TABLES). Title 15 was repealed and re-enacted in full by Ord. No. 2023-08, § 1(Exh. A), 2023-06-27; code current through Ord. No. 2025-18, enacted 2026-01-13 (Supp. No. 22). Code text as published on library.municode.com (accessed 2026-08-17). |
| Additional/Re-inspection Fee | $60.00 per inspection | General Town of Gypsum inspection fee |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment installation or replacement in Gypsum, issued as a separate permit from the general Building Permit. Governed by the 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) and 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) as adopted.
Verified 2026-08-17 · Source
Requirements
- Issued as a standalone permit, separate from the Building Permit, per the Town's own application form
- Governed by the 2021 IMC and 2021 IFGC as adopted by the Town of Gypsum
- All contractors must hold a current Town of Gypsum Contractor's License; applicable Colorado state trade licensure where required
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town's online Building Permit & Plan Submittal portal
- RequiredTown of Gypsum Contractor's LicenseRequired for all contractors performing mechanical work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit Fee | $60.00 base plus $16.00 per additional increment (per Table 2) — e.g. the code's own worked example prices an $8,400 installation at $204.00 | Sec. 15.02.020, Table 2 ("Mechanical permit and related inspection fees"). Show full citationHideSec. 15.02.020, Table 2 ("Mechanical permit and related inspection fees"). The code states the fee "include[s] three inspections — underground, rough-in and final inspections — and additional fees for re-inspections are as set forth in the table below", and gives this worked example verbatim: "The mechanical permit fee for an installation with a total value of $8,400 would be $204. [$60 base fee + (9 x $16 additional fee)]". The formula and worked example are quoted directly from the code, but the full tier table is not reproduced here, so the increment boundary is not asserted — confirm the exact bracket with the Building Official for a specific valuation. Town of Gypsum Code of Ordinances, Title 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION), Chapter 15.02 (TABLES). Title 15 was repealed and re-enacted in full by Ord. No. 2023-08, § 1(Exh. A), 2023-06-27; code current through Ord. No. 2025-18, enacted 2026-01-13 (Supp. No. 22). Code text as published on library.municode.com (accessed 2026-08-17). |
| Additional/Re-inspection Fee | $60.00 per inspection | General Town of Gypsum inspection fee |
Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing work in the Town of Gypsum. Smaller re-roof projects that do not require plans are eligible for the Town's one-time permit application process rather than the full plan-submittal portal. Governed by the 2021 IRC/IBC as adopted.
Verified 2026-08-17 · Source
Requirements
- A new roof is explicitly listed by the Town as an example of a smaller project eligible for a one-time permit application (i.e., not requiring a full plan set), per the Building Permit Application page
- DRB/HOA approval may still be required for parcels outside Eagle River Estate/Bertroch since re-roofing can be considered exterior work — confirm with the applicable DRB/HOA
- All contractors must hold a current Town of Gypsum Contractor's License
Required documents
- RequiredOne-Time Permit Application (Re-Roof)Used for re-roof projects not requiring a full plan set, per the Building Permit Application page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing Permit Fee | $60.00 for replacement of the roof on one- and two-family structures | Sec. 15.02.010, Table 1 ("Town of Gypsum permit requirements") states verbatim: "Building permit fees for the replacement of the roof for one- and two-family structures is $60.00". Show full citationHideSec. 15.02.010, Table 1 ("Town of Gypsum permit requirements") states verbatim: "Building permit fees for the replacement of the roof for one- and two-family structures is $60.00". The same sentence continues into a siding figure for one- and two-family structures which is not recorded here. No roofing figure for structures other than one- and two-family is recorded. Town of Gypsum Code of Ordinances, Title 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION), Chapter 15.02 (TABLES). Title 15 was repealed and re-enacted in full by Ord. No. 2023-08, § 1(Exh. A), 2023-06-27; code current through Ord. No. 2025-18, enacted 2026-01-13 (Supp. No. 22). Code text as published on library.municode.com (accessed 2026-08-17). |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of a new Accessory Dwelling Unit, or to bring an existing non-approved ADU into compliance, on a single-family lot in Gypsum. Processed alongside a standard Building Permit for the structure itself, plus a dedicated ADU application, deed restriction, and utility documentation.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Maximum size: 800 sq ft or 50% of the primary dwelling's floor area, whichever is smaller
- Only one ADU permitted per lot; not permitted in multi-family or mobile home park settings
- Allowed forms: detached, attached, interior (upper or lower unit), above-garage, or garage conversion; mobile homes, travel trailers, and RVs are prohibited as an ADU
- Property owner must reside on-site; the ADU cannot be subdivided or sold separately from the primary home
- Maximum two parking spaces per ADU, in a garage or driveway (limited on-street exception)
- Separate trash service subscription required for the ADU
- Water/sewer: monthly service fee applies; septic/well documentation required if Town water/sewer service is unavailable
- Upon sale of the property, the new owner must complete a transfer of the ADU's deed restriction and records (typically handled by the realtor)
Required documents
- RequiredADU Application / Summary LetterDescribes the proposed ADU scope and configuration
- RequiredSite PlanShows the ADU's location relative to the primary dwelling and lot lines
- RequiredBuilding PermitCan be processed simultaneously with the ADU-specific application
- RequiredADU Deed Restriction FormRecorded against the property; required for all ADUs
- RequiredADU Water, Sewer & Trash FormDocuments utility arrangements for the ADU
- OptionalADU Deed Restriction Transfer FormRequired upon sale of a property with an existing approved ADU
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New ADU Construction Fee | $250 | Town of Gypsum Accessory Dwelling Units page |
| Existing Non-Approved ADU (bring into compliance) | $500 | Town of Gypsum Accessory Dwelling Units page, Fees & Deposit section |
| Transfer of Existing Approved ADU (new owner) | $50 re-inspection fee | Town of Gypsum Accessory Dwelling Units page, Fees & Deposit section |
| Deed Restriction Recording | $43 | Town of Gypsum Accessory Dwelling Units page, Fees & Deposit section |
| Trash Service Setup | $110 (container plus monthly fee) | Town of Gypsum Accessory Dwelling Units page, Fees & Deposit section |
| Building Permit Fee (for the ADU structure itself) | $1.00-$500.00: $50.00 | $501.00-$2,000.00: $50.00 for the first $500 plus $3.05 per additional $100 or fraction | $2,001.00-$25,000.00: $95.75 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $25,001.00-$50,000.00: $417.75 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $50,001.00-$100,000.00: $670.25 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $100,001.00-$500,000.00: $1,020.25 for the first $100,000 plus $6.50 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $500,001.00-$1,000,000.00: $3,620.25 for the first $500,000 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $1,000,000.00 and up: $6,120.25 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | Town of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.01.040(g) (Chapter 15.01, INTERNATIONAL CODES), amending IBC Section 109.2 "Schedule of permit fees". Show full citationHideTown of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.01.040(g) (Chapter 15.01, INTERNATIONAL CODES), amending IBC Section 109.2 "Schedule of permit fees". Title 15 was repealed and re-enacted in full by Ord. No. 2023-08, § 1(Exh. A), adopted 2023-06-27; code current through Ord. No. 2025-18, enacted 2026-01-13 (Supp. No. 22). Code text as published on library.municode.com (accessed 2026-08-17). Commercial valuation is set by the most current ICC Building Valuation Data Chart per the same subsection. Per-trade fee tables are codified at Sec. 15.02.020 Table 2 (mechanical), Sec. 15.02.030 Table 3 (plumbing), Sec. 15.02.050 Table 4 (electrical) — mechanical and plumbing both compute as a $60.00 base plus $16.00 per additional increment. Sec. 15.01.040(h) sets permit transfer at 65% of the original building permit fee. |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
Required for installation of rooftop or ground-mount solar photovoltaic systems within Gypsum town limits. The Town's own Build in Gypsum guidance states directly: "Solar panel projects do require plan submittal, review, and a permit," processed through the same Building Plan Submittal portal (gopost-gypsum.eplansoftreview.com) used for all other building permits — no dedicated solar/photovoltaic application, checklist, or fee line is published separately.
Reviewed 2026-08-17 · Source
Requirements
- Solar panel projects require plan submittal, review, and a permit, per the Town's Build in Gypsum page — submitted through the Building Plan Submittal portal (gopost-gypsum.eplansoftreview.com/#/login?portal=gypsum), the same portal used for all building permit types
- Colorado's statewide solar-permit fee cap (C.R.S. 24-48.5-113, enacted via HB21-1284) limits the aggregate local-government building-permit fees chargeable for a residential solar installation to $500 (and $1,000 for commercial)
- Colorado HB25-1096 (Automated Permits for Clean Energy Technology) required municipalities with population over 5,000 to adopt an automated residential solar permitting platform (e.g., SolarAPP+) by July 1, 2026; Gypsum's population is approximately 7,000-7,500 (over the threshold), but no Town-published confirmation of SolarAPP+ or equivalent adoption was found on the Build in Gypsum, Building Permit Application, or Forms pages as of the last verification
- Electrical wiring/interconnection scope requires a separate Electrical Permit; no trade-specific electrical fee table is published on the Town's website (see the electrical-permit entry)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Building Plan Submittal online portal; same application used for all building permit types including solar
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | $1.00-$500.00: $50.00 | $501.00-$2,000.00: $50.00 for the first $500 plus $3.05 per additional $100 or fraction | $2,001.00-$25,000.00: $95.75 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $25,001.00-$50,000.00: $417.75 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $50,001.00-$100,000.00: $670.25 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $100,001.00-$500,000.00: $1,020.25 for the first $100,000 plus $6.50 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $500,001.00-$1,000,000.00: $3,620.25 for the first $500,000 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $1,000,000.00 and up: $6,120.25 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | Town of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.01.040(g) (Chapter 15.01, INTERNATIONAL CODES), amending IBC Section 109.2 "Schedule of permit fees". Show full citationHideTown of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.01.040(g) (Chapter 15.01, INTERNATIONAL CODES), amending IBC Section 109.2 "Schedule of permit fees". Title 15 was repealed and re-enacted in full by Ord. No. 2023-08, § 1(Exh. A), adopted 2023-06-27; code current through Ord. No. 2025-18, enacted 2026-01-13 (Supp. No. 22). Code text as published on library.municode.com (accessed 2026-08-17). Commercial valuation is set by the most current ICC Building Valuation Data Chart per the same subsection. Per-trade fee tables are codified at Sec. 15.02.020 Table 2 (mechanical), Sec. 15.02.030 Table 3 (plumbing), Sec. 15.02.050 Table 4 (electrical) — mechanical and plumbing both compute as a $60.00 base plus $16.00 per additional increment. Sec. 15.01.040(h) sets permit transfer at 65% of the original building permit fee. |
| Electrical Permit Fee | Set by Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.02.050, Table 4 (electrical permit and related inspection fees) | Town of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Chapter 15.02 (TABLES), Sec. Show full citationHideTown of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Chapter 15.02 (TABLES), Sec. 15.02.050 Table 4. Title 15 was repealed and re-enacted in full by Ord. No. 2023-08, § 1(Exh. A), adopted 2023-06-27; code current through Ord. No. 2025-18, enacted 2026-01-13 (Supp. No. 22). Code text as published on library.municode.com (accessed 2026-08-17). Table 4 is codified in Chapter 15.02; individual line items are not reproduced here, so the amount records the governing table rather than asserting a figure. |
| Additional/Re-inspection Fee | $60.00 per inspection | General Town of Gypsum inspection fee, applies across trade permits per the Inspections page; base permit fee includes a maximum of four inspections |
EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit
VerifiedInstalling an EV charger circuit in Gypsum requires a separate Electrical Permit from the Town's Building Department, governed by the 2023 NEC as locally adopted -- the same standalone Electrical Permit process (distinct from the general Building Permit) described in the electrical-permit entry. The Town does not publish a dedicated EV-charger/EVSE fee line, application, or checklist. The trade-specific electrical fee table does not appear on the Town's website or in its 2025 Annual Fee Schedule PDF (explicitly labeled partial and containing no permit valuation tables); it is codified in Title 15 of the Municipal Code (hosted on Municode).
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- A separate Electrical Permit Application (distinct from the general Building Permit) is required for an EV charger circuit, submitted through the Town's online process at townofgypsum.com/electrical-permit-application
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by the Town, per the Building Codes & Guidelines page, including NEC Article 625 (Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System)
- Unlike solar, which is subject to Colorado's statewide $500 local-government fee cap for residential installations (C.R.S. 24-48.5-113), no equivalent statutory fee cap was found for EV charger permits
- A Building Permit is required in addition only if new structural work (e.g., a carport or accessory structure) is built to house the charger, submitted through the same Building Plan Submittal online portal (gopost-gypsum.eplansoftreview.com) used for all other building permit types
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationTown of Gypsum's standalone electrical permit application, distinct from the general Building Permit Application; no EV-charger-specific form is published
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee (EV charger circuit) | Set by Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.02.050, Table 4 (electrical permit and related inspection fees) | Town of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Chapter 15.02 (TABLES), Sec. Show full citationHideTown of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Chapter 15.02 (TABLES), Sec. 15.02.050 Table 4. Title 15 was repealed and re-enacted in full by Ord. No. 2023-08, § 1(Exh. A), adopted 2023-06-27; code current through Ord. No. 2025-18, enacted 2026-01-13 (Supp. No. 22). Code text as published on library.municode.com (accessed 2026-08-17). Table 4 is codified in Chapter 15.02; individual line items are not reproduced here, so the amount records the governing table rather than asserting a figure. |
| Additional/Re-inspection Fee | $60.00 per inspection | General Town of Gypsum inspection fee, applies across trade permits per the Inspections page; base permit fee includes a maximum of four inspections |
Commercial Building Permit
Required for new commercial and industrial construction, and for commercial additions, alterations (including tenant improvements/finishes), and repairs within Gypsum town limits. Issued by the Town of Gypsum Community Development Department, Building Department — the Town's own single Building Permit Application form covers commercial work via its use-classification checkboxes ('Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Other') and class-of-work options ('New, Addition, Alteration, Repair, Move, Remove'); there is no separate commercial application form. Reviewed under the 2021 IBC as locally adopted (2021 IFC, 2021 IPC/IMC/IFGC, 2023 NEC, 2018 IECC, ICC/ANSI A117.1-2009 accessibility). Commercial projects carry occupancy-stage requirements that residential projects do not: a completed and approved Planning and Engineering Department inspection, Fire Department review and approval where required, and a $3,000 TCO deposit.
Reviewed 2026-08-17 · Source
Requirements
- Submitted on the Town's single Building Permit Application (use classification 'Commercial' or 'Industrial'), via the online Building Permit & Plan Submittal portal — there is no separate commercial application form, per the application form itself
- Plans reviewed under the 2021 IBC as adopted, plus the Town's published design criteria (40 psf ground snow load, 90 mph wind design exposure, 42-inch minimum frost depth, Seismic Design Category C) and 2021 IFC / ICC A117.1-2009 accessibility
- Separate standalone permits required for Electrical (2023 NEC), Plumbing (2021 IPC), and Mechanical (2021 IMC/IFGC) work, per the Building Permit Application form's own notice
- Design Review Board (DRB) or HOA approval required BEFORE building permit submittal for parcels outside Eagle River Estate or Bertroch; projects within the Town's four core Master Plan districts (The Front Door, The River, The Yard, The Market) carry additional Master Plan DRB requirements; development within the Airport Gateway overlay east of Eagle County Regional Airport is subject to separate architectural development and design requirements per that overlay
- New commercial development on unplatted or re-subdivided land requires land-use entitlement first through the Town's Planning Applications process (Preliminary Plan and Final Plat carry commercial/industrial-specific fees and deposits — see fees below); the Planning and Zoning Commission meets the first Wednesday of each month (third Wednesday as needed), Town Council the second and fourth Tuesdays
- All contractors must hold a current Town of Gypsum Contractor's License ($90/year in 2026, $80/year in 2025; see fees array note) in addition to any Colorado state trade license
- Certificate of Occupancy for a commercial project requires a completed and approved inspection by the Planning and Engineering Department, and Fire Department review and approval where required, per the Town's Inspections page (quoted verbatim)
- A Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) for a commercial structure requires a $3,000.00 deposit paid to the Town before issuance; the TCO runs up to but not more than 90 days from issuance, and any extension cannot extend past July 1st of the following year
- Permit becomes null and void if work is not commenced within 180 days of issuance, or if work is suspended or abandoned for 180 days
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (use classification: Commercial or Industrial)The Town's single application form, submitted through the online Building Permit & Plan Submittal portal (Streamline/eplansoftreview-based); requires owner, contractor, architect/engineer details, use classification, class of work, and valuation
- RequiredFull Digital Plan Set (PDF)Complete, legible, unsecured digital PDF plan set per the Plan Requirements page: site plan with easements/utilities/drainage, foundation plans, framing plans, floor plans, elevations, building/wall sections
- RequiredDRB/HOA Approval Letter or Stamped PlansRequired prior to Town submittal for parcels outside Eagle River Estate and Bertroch
- RequiredSoils ReportRequired for new construction; an engineered, stamped foundation plan is required if bearing values test below 1,500 PSF
- RequiredImprovement Location Survey (ILS)Required before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | $1.00-$500.00: $50.00 | $501.00-$2,000.00: $50.00 for the first $500 plus $3.05 per additional $100 or fraction | $2,001.00-$25,000.00: $95.75 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $25,001.00-$50,000.00: $417.75 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $50,001.00-$100,000.00: $670.25 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $100,001.00-$500,000.00: $1,020.25 for the first $100,000 plus $6.50 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $500,001.00-$1,000,000.00: $3,620.25 for the first $500,000 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | $1,000,000.00 and up: $6,120.25 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | Town of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.01.040(g) (Chapter 15.01, INTERNATIONAL CODES), amending IBC Section 109.2 "Schedule of permit fees". Show full citationHideTown of Gypsum Code of Ordinances Sec. 15.01.040(g) (Chapter 15.01, INTERNATIONAL CODES), amending IBC Section 109.2 "Schedule of permit fees". Title 15 was repealed and re-enacted in full by Ord. No. 2023-08, § 1(Exh. A), adopted 2023-06-27; code current through Ord. No. 2025-18, enacted 2026-01-13 (Supp. No. 22). Code text as published on library.municode.com (accessed 2026-08-17). Commercial valuation is set by the most current ICC Building Valuation Data Chart per the same subsection. Per-trade fee tables are codified at Sec. 15.02.020 Table 2 (mechanical), Sec. 15.02.030 Table 3 (plumbing), Sec. 15.02.050 Table 4 (electrical) — mechanical and plumbing both compute as a $60.00 base plus $16.00 per additional increment. Sec. 15.01.040(h) sets permit transfer at 65% of the original building permit fee. |
| Commercial TCO Deposit | $3,000.00 | Gypsum Municipal Code Sec. 15.01.080(15), as re-enacted by Ordinance No. Show full citationHideGypsum Municipal Code Sec. 15.01.080(15), as re-enacted by Ordinance No. 13 (Series 2025), adopted 11/12/2025, states verbatim: 'A deposit of $3,000.00 shall be paid to the Town of Gypsum prior to a TCO being issued for a commercial structure. If landscaping or other items have not been completed by the expiration of the TCO, then the deposit is forfeited to the Town of Gypsum...' TCO capped at 90 days from issuance; extension cannot extend past July 1st of the following year (Sec. 15.01.080(12)). The parallel residential TCO deposit is $1,500.00 (Sec. 15.01.080(14)). |
| Utility Connection Inspection - Commercial (charged with building permit) | $400 (2026) | New fact confirmed 2026-08-02 via Resolution No. Show full citationHideNew fact confirmed 2026-08-02 via Resolution No. 29 (Series 2025), Exhibit A, Community Development section: 'Utility Connection Inspection - Commercial (charged with building permit)' rose from $300 (2025) to $400 (2026), effective 1/1/2026. Distinct from the general Additional/Re-inspection Fee below; corresponds to the utility-connection inspection required at TCO/CO stage per Gypsum Municipal Code Sec. 15.01.080(16)/15.01.090(12). |
| Additional/Re-inspection Fee | $60.00 per inspection | Base permit fee includes a maximum of four inspections; each additional or re-inspection is due before the inspection is performed |
| Contractor's License (annual) | $90 (2026); was $80 (2025) | The Town Clerk / Licensing section of the 2025 Annual Fee Schedule PDF reads 'Contractor License... Show full citationHideThe Town Clerk / Licensing section of the 2025 Annual Fee Schedule PDF reads 'Contractor License... $80 annually.' This is corroborated by Resolution No. 29 (Series 2025), Exhibit A, Town Clerk section, which shows Contractor License 2025 Fee = $80 annually, 2026 Fee = $90 annually. |
| Land-use entitlement fees (if platting/entitlement required first) | Preliminary Plan Commercial/Industrial: $1,000 (<5 acres) / $2,000 (>5 acres) + $5,000/$10,000 deposit; Final Plat Commercial/Industrial/Mixed-use: $500 (any acreage) + $5,000 deposit | Town of Gypsum Planning Applications page, quoted verbatim (accessed 2026-08-02); Show full citationHideTown of Gypsum Planning Applications page, quoted verbatim (accessed 2026-08-02); these are Planning Department land-use fees, separate from and in addition to the (unpublished) building-permit valuation fee — they apply only when a project requires platting or entitlement, not to a permit on an already-entitled lot |
Sign Permit
VerifiedGypsum's zoning regulations, including sign standards, are codified under Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning), hosted on Municode Library. A specific sign-code chapter number is not separately identified; the Town's own website directs applicants to Planning & Zoning for zoning-related permits, including signs. Sign permits are administered by the Community Development Department alongside general building permits.
Verified 2026-08-13 · Source
Requirements
- Sign standards are part of Gypsum Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning), hosted on Municode Library; the specific sign-code chapter/section number is not separately identified here
- Contact the Town of Gypsum Community Development Department (970-524-1731) or Planning & Zoning (via the Zoning Regulations page) to confirm whether a specific sign requires a permit and what standards apply
- No numeric sign-permit fee schedule or review-timeline figure was found published on the Town's website as of the last verification
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit ApplicationContact the Community Development Department to confirm the current application form and requirements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Permit — Classes 1–6 and 9 | $30.00 | Gypsum Municipal Code § 18.17.060(a)(3) (Title 18 Zoning, Chapter 18.17 Sign Code): “The fee for the following types of sign permits shall be $30.00” — Class 1 Freestanding Ground Signs, Class 2 Wall… Show full citationHideGypsum Municipal Code § 18.17.060(a)(3) (Title 18 Zoning, Chapter 18.17 Sign Code): “The fee for the following types of sign permits shall be $30.00” — Class 1 Freestanding Ground Signs, Class 2 Wall Signs, Class 3 Information and Directional Signs, Class 4 Directory Signs for Retail Shopping Centers, Class 5 Permanent Subdivision Identification Signs, Class 6 Home Occupation Signs, and Class 9 Off Site Residential Development Directional Signs. Subsection (e) doubles this fee for any sign erected without first obtaining the required sign permit. |
| Sign Permit — Class 7 election signs and Class 8 temporary outside signs | $10.00 | Gypsum Municipal Code § 18.17.060(a)(3) (Title 18 Zoning, Chapter 18.17 Sign Code): “The fee for the following types of sign permits shall be $10.00” — Class 7 Election Signs and Class 8 Temporary Outside Signs. Show full citationHideGypsum Municipal Code § 18.17.060(a)(3) (Title 18 Zoning, Chapter 18.17 Sign Code): “The fee for the following types of sign permits shall be $10.00” — Class 7 Election Signs and Class 8 Temporary Outside Signs. Subsection (e) doubles this fee for any sign erected without first obtaining the required sign permit. |
| Sign variance request | $50.00 | Gypsum Municipal Code § 18.17.060(a)(3) (Title 18 Zoning, Chapter 18.17 Sign Code), subsection (c): “The fee to request a sign variance shall be $50.00.” |
| Town removal of a sign after notice | $100.00 plus the town's actual removal cost | Gypsum Municipal Code § 18.17.060(a)(3) (Title 18 Zoning, Chapter 18.17 Sign Code), subsection (d). Show full citationHideGypsum Municipal Code § 18.17.060(a)(3) (Title 18 Zoning, Chapter 18.17 Sign Code), subsection (d). No fee is payable where the owner of the sign, or of the property it stands on, removes it themselves. Where the town removes a sign after the owner has been noticed and has failed to do so, the owner is charged $100.00 plus the actual cost incurred by the town for the removal. |
Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedFire protection for the Town of Gypsum is provided by the Gypsum Fire Protection District (GFPD), a combination department (11 full-time, 5 part-time, and 11 volunteer firefighters) covering approximately 455 square miles across Eagle County, including the Town of Gypsum itself, per the District's own website. GFPD's public site publishes burn permit and child car seat services but did not include specific published fire sprinkler or fire alarm system permit fee/process details as of the last verification.
Verified 2026-08-13 · Source
Requirements
- Fire protection and fire prevention for the Town of Gypsum is provided by the Gypsum Fire Protection District (GFPD), confirmed by GFPD's own website as covering the Town of Gypsum within its roughly 455-square-mile Eagle County service area
- No specific fire sprinkler or fire alarm system permit application, fee schedule, or review-timeline figure was found published on GFPD's website as of the last verification
- Contact the Gypsum Fire Protection District directly for current sprinkler/alarm permitting requirements for a specific project
Required documents
- RequiredFire Sprinkler/Alarm System PlansContact the Gypsum Fire Protection District to confirm current submittal requirements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Sprinkler/Alarm Plan Review & Permit Fee | Not published on GFPD's website as of the last verification | Contact the Gypsum Fire Protection District for a current fee quote |
Change of Use / Change of Occupancy
Gypsum does not publish a standalone 'Change of Use' or 'Change of Occupancy' permit application separate from its general building permit process — the Town's Build in Gypsum page covers general construction permitting steps, contractor licensing, and inspections but does not separately address a change-of-use process. A use/occupancy change is presumed to be processed through the Town's general Building Permit Application; contact the Building Department to confirm requirements and applicable code edition for a specific project.
Reviewed 2026-08-13 · Source
Requirements
- No standalone change-of-use or change-of-occupancy application is published on the Town's Build in Gypsum page
- Processed, if at all, through the Town's general Building Permit Application; contact the Building Department (970-524-1731) to confirm requirements for a specific change-of-use project
- During construction, any change in methods, materials, or designs requires written Town approval before proceeding, per the Build in Gypsum page — though this provision addresses construction-phase changes generally rather than a change of use specifically
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationStandard Town building permit application; contact the Building Department to confirm requirements for a change-of-use project
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (if construction accompanies the change) | Not published as a standalone change-of-use fee line | Contact the Building Department (970-524-1731) for a current fee quote |
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