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Mount Crested Butte building permits
VerifiedMount Crested Butte, Colorado — as published 2026-08-14.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
2021 International Building Code (IBC) — Town Code Chapter 6, Article II, adopted by Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, in effect as of January 3, 2025, pursuant to Title 31, Article 16, Part 2, C.R.S.2021 International Residential Code (IRC) — Town Code Chapter 6, Article III, with local amendments including Table R301.2 climatic design criteria (Sec. 6-32, a 155 psf ground snow load) and a modified automatic fire sprinkler requirement (Sec. 6-59)2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — referenced in the Town's Adopted Codes list on mtcb.colorado.gov/building2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — Town Code Chapter 6, Article IV (Sec. 6-73 through 6-75), with a local flat-fee Table 1-AM mechanical permit fee schedule2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — adopted per the Town's Adopted Codes list; the State of Colorado is responsible for reviewing and inspecting plumbing rather than the Town2021 International Fire Code (IFC) — Town Code Chapter 8, Article I, enforced through the Crested Butte Fire Protection District (CBFPD), which performs all fire alarm/suppression/sprinkler inspections rather than the Town Building Division2021 International Property Maintenance Code — per the Town's Adopted Codes list2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — per the Town's Adopted Codes listColorado Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code — Town Code Chapter 6, Article X (Sec. 6-141 et seq.), adopted by Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, in effect as of January 3, 2025; applies to new one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses (residential buildings are exempted from certain waiver provisions per Section 101.4.1/102.1)2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (WRC) — per the Town's own 'Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code' link and 'WRC Standards Summarized' summary sheet published on mtcb.colorado.gov/buildingNational Electrical Code and International Plumbing Code — the Town's own Adopted Codes page states: 'The State of Colorado is responsible for reviewing and inspecting electrical and plumbing. Please contact the State of Colorado to determine the following code editions: National Electrical Code, International Plumbing Code' — Mt. Crested Butte does not itself adopt/administer these trade codesFull Town Code Chapter 6 (Buildings and Building Regulations) and Chapter 8 (Fire Prevention and Protection) text and Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024 hosted at mtcb.colorado.gov and mirrored on ecode360.com/MT4975 and qcode.us/codes/mtcrestedbutte
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family homes, duplexes, townhomes, and similar residential structures within Town of Mt. Crested Butte limits. Reviewed under the 2021 IRC as locally amended (Town Code Chapter 6, Article III), including the Town's Table R301.2 climatic design criteria (155 psf ground snow load, 105 mph wind design speed, Seismic Design Category B, 9,400 ft Manual J elevation), a stricter automatic fire sprinkler trigger than neighboring Crested Butte, and a concurrent Design Review + Permit Review process administered directly by the Community Development Department.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Design Review and Permit Review are conducted CONCURRENTLY (not sequentially gated); Design Review approval, once granted, is valid for 1 year
- Must meet Table R301.2 design criteria: 155 psf ground snow load (2016 SEAC Colorado Design Snow Loads), 105 mph wind design speed, Seismic Design Category B, 36-inch minimum frost line depth, mandatory roof ice barrier underlayment, -16 F winter design temperature, 9,400 ft Manual J elevation
- Automatic residential fire sprinkler system required in all two-family dwellings/townhomes (no size threshold) and in one-family dwellings with gross floor area 4,800 sq ft or more (Town Code Sec. 6-59)
- Crested Butte Fire Protection District (CBFPD) approval letter required confirming access, gas meter location, and water supply comply with Town Code Chapter 8
- Construction Management Plan (CMP) required, addressing on-site parking, material staging, trash/toilets, and seasonal right-of-way parking restrictions (no parking in Town rights-of-way November 15-April 15)
- Soils report required; engineer must address foundation design, driveway design, and retaining walls per the soils report recommendations
- Site survey/plat prepared by a Colorado-licensed land surveyor required with the permit application (Town Code Sec. 6-49/R105.3)
- Landscaping point schedule required, tied to Gross Residential Floor Area (GRFA) — minimum 2,000 base points in single-family residential plus 1 additional point per sq ft above 2,500 sq ft GRFA, with minimum tree/evergreen composition thresholds
- Mt. CB Water & Sanitation District tap fee receipt required prior to permit issuance
- Contractor must hold a current Mt. CB Business License (BOLF)
- Design Review Compliance and Cleanup Deposit required for any permit with valuation $1,000 or more, tiered by total valuation (up to 2% of valuation for higher tiers), up to 50% refundable on substantial design-review completion
- 3% Use Tax on construction/building materials, calculated on 50% of estimated total valuation, reconciled within 90 days of CO issuance or final inspection
- Radon mitigation plan must be shown on drawings (per the Town's Radon Requirements IRC 2015 policy)
- Electrical and plumbing work under this permit is NOT reviewed or inspected by the Town — those permits/inspections are obtained separately and directly from the State of Colorado (Colorado Electrical Board and Colorado State Plumbing Board)
Required documents
- RequiredDesign and Permit Review Application (GovWell portal)Submitted online via app.govwell.com/mtcb; combined design and building permit review process
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (fillable form)
- RequiredSite survey/plat by a Colorado-licensed land surveyor
- RequiredCrested Butte Fire Protection District approval letter
- RequiredConstruction Management Plan (CMP)
- RequiredSoils/Geotechnical Report
- RequiredLandscaping Plan with Point Table
- RequiredMt. CB Water & Sanitation District Tap Fee Receipt
- RequiredMt. CB Business License (BOLF) for General Contractor
- OptionalProperty Owner Authorization FormRequired if the applicant is not the property owner
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1.00 to $500.00 | $23.50 | Town Code Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A (IBC) and Sec. 6-52 / Table R1-A (IRC), identical schedules, set directly in Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024 |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $501.00 to $2,000.00 | $23.50 for the first $500 plus $3.05 per additional $100 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-52 / Table R1-A (IRC Sec. R108.2); identical tier in Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 | $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-52 / Table R1-A (IRC Sec. R108.2); identical tier in Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $25,001.00 to $50,000.00 | $391.75 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-52 / Table R1-A (IRC Sec. R108.2); identical tier in Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $50,001.00 to $100,000.00 | $643.75 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-52 / Table R1-A (IRC Sec. R108.2); identical tier in Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,001.00 to $500,000.00 | $993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-52 / Table R1-A (IRC Sec. R108.2); identical tier in Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00 | $3,233.75 for the first $500,000 plus $4.75 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-52 / Table R1-A (IRC Sec. R108.2); identical tier in Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1,000,001.00 and up | $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-52 / Table R1-A (IRC Sec. R108.2); identical tier in Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A |
| Plan Check Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Separate from and in addition to the permit fee, per Town Code Sec. 109.5/R108.5 |
| Use Tax | 3% of 50% of total estimated project valuation | Reconciled within 90 days of CO issuance or final inspection approval |
| Design Review Compliance and Cleanup Deposit — valuation $1,000-$4,999 | $500 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-52 (IRC Sec. R108.7), Table 1 — new construction deposit schedule |
| Design Review Compliance and Cleanup Deposit — valuation $5,000-$9,999 | $1,000 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-52 (IRC Sec. R108.7), Table 1 — new construction deposit schedule |
| Design Review Compliance and Cleanup Deposit — valuation $10,000-$49,999 | $2,000, or 2% of total valuation for higher tiers per the Building Official's determination | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-52 (IRC Sec. R108.7), Table 1 — new construction deposit schedule, page 24 |
| Work Done without a Building Permit | $100.00 or the permit fee, whichever is greater | 2026 Fee Resolution No. 9, Series 2026, effective May 20, 2026 |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
Required for additions, interior remodels, and exterior remodels to existing residential structures in Mt. Crested Butte, per the Town's own Permit Policy document covering remodels, additions, repairs, excavation, and driveway improvements. Reviewed under the 2021 IRC and IEBC as locally amended (Town Code Chapter 6); additions of 1,000 sq ft or more that bring total gross floor area to 4,800 sq ft or more trigger whole-structure fire sprinkler requirements.
Reviewed 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- Interior remodels requiring a permit include basement finishes, attic conversions, kitchen/bathroom remodels, structural changes (adding/removing doors, windows, walls, or changing rough opening sizes), new/rerouted ductwork or mechanical ventilation, insulation changes to the exterior thermal envelope, gas/solid-fuel appliance changes, and drywall teardown/replacement over a 4x8 ft sheet
- Exterior remodels requiring a permit include roofing replacement or new roof, siding replacement, and deck structural element replacement or new deck
- No permit required for like-for-like replacement of cabinets, countertops, tiling, flooring, windows, or doors (provided rough openings don't change), or drywall patching under a 4x8 ft sheet — all replacements must still meet International Energy Code requirements
- Additions of 1,000 sq ft or more that bring total gross floor area to 4,800 sq ft or more require the ENTIRE structure to be protected with an automatic fire sprinkler system (Town Code Sec. 6-59)
- Level 3 alterations to existing structures with gross floor area 4,800 sq ft or more require automatic fire sprinkler protection
- Retaining walls over 4 feet require engineering and must be textured, colored, or faced per the Town's Design and Permit Review Punch List
- Design Review Compliance and Cleanup Deposit required for permits with valuation $1,000 or more
- 3% Use Tax on construction/building materials, calculated on 50% of estimated total valuation
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (fillable form)
- OptionalDesign and Permit Review Application (GovWell portal, for exterior-affecting projects)
- RequiredMt. CB Business License (BOLF) for General Contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (same valuation-tiered schedule as new construction, Table R1-A) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per Town Code Sec. 6-52 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024 |
| Plan Check Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-52 (IRC Sec. R108.4, Related fees) |
| Use Tax | 3% of 50% of total estimated project valuation | Use Tax Information — the use tax is calculated by multiplying fifty (50) percent of the total valuation by 0.03 (three percent). |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
Required for heating, cooling, ventilation, and appliance installation, alteration, or repair in Mt. Crested Butte. Governed by the 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC), adopted by Town Code Chapter 6, Article IV, with a locally set flat-fee Table 1-AM schedule (Town Code Sec. 6-75) rather than a valuation-based fee.
Reviewed 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2021 IMC as locally adopted (Town Code Sec. 6-73 through 6-75)
- No separate mechanical permit required if the mechanical work is already covered by an issued building permit (Town Code amendment to IMC Sec. 106.2)
- Flat per-unit fees apply by equipment category rather than a project-valuation-based fee
- Contractor must hold a current Mt. CB Business License (BOLF)
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit Application
- RequiredMt. CB Business License (BOLF)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit Issuance Fee | $50.00 | Town Code Sec. 6-75, Table 1-AM, per permit issued — set directly in Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024 |
| Supplemental Permit (original permit not expired/canceled/finished) | $50.00 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-75 / Table 1-AM, Permit Issuance and Heaters item 2 (supplemental permit) |
| Repair/Addition of Heating, Cooling, Absorption, or Evaporative-Cooling System | $50.00 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-75 / Table 1-AM, Unit Fee Schedule item 1A (Repairs or Additions) |
| Air-Handling Unit (up to 10,000 cfm, including attached ducts) | $50.00 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-75 / Table 1-AM, Unit Fee Schedule item 2A (Air Handlers) |
| Air-Handling Unit (over 10,000 cfm) | $50.00 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-75 / Table 1-AM, Unit Fee Schedule item 2B (Air Handlers) |
| Evaporative Cooler (non-portable) | $50.00 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-75 / Table 1-AM, Unit Fee Schedule item 3A (Evaporative Coolers) |
| Ventilation Fan (single duct) | $50.00 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-75 / Table 1-AM, Unit Fee Schedule item 4A (Ventilation and Exhaust) |
| Ventilation System (not part of a heating/cooling system on a permit) | $50.00 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-75 / Table 1-AM, Unit Fee Schedule item 4B (Ventilation and Exhaust) |
| Exhaust Hood Installation (including ducts) | $50.00 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-75 / Table 1-AM, Unit Fee Schedule item 4C (Ventilation and Exhaust) |
| Miscellaneous Appliance/Equipment (not otherwise classified) | $50.00 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-75 / Table 1-AM, Unit Fee Schedule item 5A (Miscellaneous) |
Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)
Required for re-roofing work in Mt. Crested Butte, reviewed under the 2021 IBC/IRC as adopted, with mandatory ice barrier underlayment per Table R301.2. If the re-roof affects 25% or more of the structure, the entire roof must meet Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (WRC) Class A roof-covering, valley-flashing, and vent-mesh requirements per the Town's own WRC Standards Summary.
Reviewed 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- Roof Ice Barrier Underlayment Required: Yes, per Table R301.2 (Mt. CB Design Criteria 2021)
- If the re-roof project affects 25% or more of the structure, the ENTIRE roof must meet Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code requirements: Class A roofing materials, minimum 26-gauge metal roof valleys, noncombustible gutters/downspouts, noncombustible corrosion-resistant vent mesh with 1/8-inch maximum openings
- Roofing is explicitly listed as one of the design-review application types that 'does not require drawings/engineering' under the Town's own Design Review Fees schedule, carrying a lower flat design-review fee than projects requiring drawings
- Contractor must hold a current Mt. CB Business License (BOLF)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application — Roofing scope
- RequiredDesign Review Application (no-drawings track)
- RequiredMt. CB Business License (BOLF)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Design Review Fee — application not requiring drawings/engineering (e.g., roofing, mechanical) | $100.00 | Resolution No. 9, Series 2026 Fee Schedule, effective May 20, 2026 |
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, same schedule as new construction) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per Town Code Sec. 6-52 / Table R1-A | No standalone flat re-roof fee is published; billed under the general valuation-based Building Permit fee table based on roofing project valuation |
| Plan Check Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Sec. 6-21 (IBC Sec. 109.5, Related fees) — the Plan Check Fee shall be 65% of the Building Permit Fee. |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
Required for rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic installation in the Town of Mt. Crested Butte. The Town's own Building Division does NOT issue or inspect electrical permits at all — electrical work, including PV wiring and utility interconnection, is handled entirely by the Colorado State Electrical Board (Division of Professions and Occupations), capped at $500 for a residential permit and $1,000 for a commercial permit under the statewide solar permit fee cap, C.R.S. § 24-48.5-113 (HB21-1284). The Town's own Building Permit (valuation-based Table 1-A fee, or the Design Review 'no drawings/engineering' $100 fee for simple roof-mounted work) covers only the structural/mounting scope. The Town has adopted the Model Colorado Electric and Solar Ready Code provisions for new construction.
Reviewed 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- Town Building Permit required for the array mounting/structural scope, submitted via the Town's GovWell online portal
- Electrical permit for PV wiring/interconnection must be obtained directly from the Colorado State Electrical Board (dpo.colorado.gov/Electrical), NOT from the Town — the Town's Building Division does not issue or inspect electrical permits
- Colorado State Electrical Board Solar/Alternative Energy System permits may use a SolarApp+ or Symbium expedited plan review pathway per the Board's published process
- State Electrical Board permit is valid for one year from the date of issuance
- Design Review approval required through the Community Development Department; a solar-only installation that does not require drawings/engineering (e.g., a straightforward roof-mount) falls under the $100 Design Review fee tier; installations requiring drawings/engineering are billed at the $200+ tier
Required documents
- RequiredTown Building Permit Application (GovWell)Covers the array mounting/structural scope of work
- RequiredColorado State Electrical Board Solar/Alternative Energy Permit ApplicationFiled directly with the state board (dpo.colorado.gov), independent of the Town's building permit; may use SolarApp+ or Symbium expedited plan review
- RequiredDesign Review ApplicationCommunity Development Department review; fee tier depends on whether the installation requires drawings/engineering
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Table 1-A) | Per the Total Valuation bracket table (e.g., $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000 up to $25,000) | No solar-specific Town Building Permit fee line found in the 2026 Fee Schedule (Resolution No. 9, Series 2026); billed under the same valuation table as other construction |
| Design Review Fee (no drawings/engineering required, e.g. simple roof-mount) | $100.00 | Town of Mt. Crested Butte Resolution No. 9, Series 2026 Fee Schedule, Design Review Fees table |
| Design Review Fee (drawings/engineering required) | $200.00 | Applies if the installation requires drawings/engineering (e.g., structural analysis for a heavier array or non-standard mount) |
| Colorado State Electrical Board Solar/Alternative Energy Permit Fee (Residential) | $500.00 maximum | Statewide cap under C.R.S. § 24-48.5-113 (HB21-1284); set and collected by the State Electrical Board, not the Town. Consult dpo.colorado.gov/Electrical/PermitsandInspections for the current exact amount |
| Colorado State Electrical Board Solar/Alternative Energy Permit Fee (Commercial) | $1,000.00 maximum | Statewide cap under C.R.S. § 24-48.5-113 (HB21-1284) |
| Plan Check Fee | 65% of the Town Building Permit Fee | Applies to the valuation-based Town Building Permit portion per Town Code Sec. 109.5/R108.5; not confirmed whether it applies to the flat Design Review fee tiers |
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Permit
Required for installing a new electrical circuit, outlet, or panel/service upgrade to serve an EV charger in the Town of Mt. Crested Butte. As with solar PV interconnection work, the Town's Building Division does NOT issue or inspect electrical permits of any kind — all electrical work, including a new EV charger circuit, is handled directly by the Colorado State Electrical Board (Division of Professions and Occupations), independent of the Town's own Building Permit process (which only applies if structural work, such as a new garage, accompanies the charger installation).
Reviewed 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit for the EV charger circuit/outlet/service-upgrade must be obtained directly from the Colorado State Electrical Board (dpo.colorado.gov/Electrical), NOT from the Town — the Town's Building Division does not issue or inspect electrical permits
- If the charger installation is bundled with structural work (e.g., a new garage or carport), a separate Town Building Permit is required for that scope, submitted via the Town's GovWell online portal
- No dedicated EV-charger permit application, checklist, or expedited review track is published by the Town or by the Colorado State Electrical Board as of 2026-07-20
- No EV-charger line item was found in the Town's Resolution No. 9, Series 2026 Fee Schedule, which does include dedicated flat fees for Solar (item 8) and Geothermal (item 9)
Required documents
- RequiredColorado State Electrical Board Permit ApplicationFiled directly with the state board (dpo.colorado.gov) for the EV charger circuit/outlet/service-upgrade scope, independent of any Town building permit
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado State Electrical Board Permit Fee | Set and collected by the State Electrical Board, not the Town of Mt. Crested Butte; no statewide EV-specific fee cap comparable to the solar HB21-1284 cap was found published. Consult dpo.colorado.gov/Electrical/PermitsandInspections for the current amount. |
Commercial Building Permit (New Construction, Addition & Tenant Improvement/Alteration)
Required for new commercial construction and for tenant improvement/alteration work in existing commercial buildings within Town of Mt. Crested Butte limits — including hotel, condo-hotel/accommodation, retail, restaurant, and other non-single/two-family occupancies, and Downtown Development Authority (DDA) District development. Reviewed by the same Community Development Department (Building Division) as residential permits, under Town Code Chapter 6, Article II (2021 IBC, as locally amended by Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024) for new construction and Article IX (2021 IEBC) for alterations, using the SAME GovWell application portal and the SAME valuation-tiered Table 1-A Building Permit Fee schedule as residential (Sec. 6-21, citing IBC Sec. 109.2) — the residential-building-permit entry documents that Table 1-A and the parallel residential Table R1-A are identical schedules. The Town's own Fee Schedule (Resolution No. 9, Series 2026) does set a distinct, higher Design Review fee category for 'Accomdation [sic] Units, and Commerical [sic] Unit[s]' compared to Single Family Residence or Multi-Family Residential Design Review fees. No standalone commercial-specific building permit application form, submittal checklist, or Tenant Improvement Permit fee/application track distinct from this general process was found published by the Town.
Reviewed 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- A current Gunnison County Building Contractor License (Class A, B, or C matching the scope of work) is REQUIRED on all commercial building permit applications, including additions and IEBC Level 2/3 alterations — Town Code Sec. 6-19(5) and Sec. 6-128 (Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024). Unlike residential, the owner-builder exception in Sec. 6-19(5) applies ONLY to property owners of an individual R-1, R-2, or R-3 UNIT acting as their own contractor — a genuinely commercial (non-residential) occupancy has no owner-builder exception at all
- Site survey/plat by a Colorado-licensed land surveyor is required for new construction, but is explicitly WAIVED under Town Code Sec. 6-19(2) when 'a building permit is sought to reconstruct or remodel totally within the limits of an existing building or structure' — i.e., a typical tenant improvement/interior remodel confined to an existing shell does not require a new survey/plat
- Crested Butte Fire Protection District (CBFPD) approval letter required confirming access, gas meter location, and water supply comply with Town Code Chapter 8 (Sec. 6-19(3))
- Construction Management Plan (CMP) required, addressing on-site parking, material staging, road cleaning, trash/toilet facilities, temporary safety fencing, hours of construction, traffic control, snow storage/removal, dust mitigation, and sediment/erosion control (Sec. 6-19(4))
- Evidence of Mt. CB Water & Sanitation District tap fee payment, or a written waiver signed by the District's superintendent, required before permit issuance if the project taps into the water/sewer system (Sec. 6-19(6))
- Design Review and Permit Review are conducted CONCURRENTLY through the Community Development Department, per the Town's general (not commercial-specific) combined-process description; Design Review approval, once granted, is valid for 1 year. Proposed development within the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) District receives additional Community Development Department review for DDA compliance, per the Town's own description of the Building Division's role
- Design Review Scheduling Floor — per Town Code Chapter 21 (Zoning), Article V (Design Review), Sec. 21-303 (Approval Procedure) (ecode360.com/MT4975): design review for any development OTHER than 'single-family residential areas of PUDs and the SFR zone districts' (Sec. 21-303(a), handled administratively by the zoning administrator, no fixed timeline) — i.e., essentially all commercial/Business District/Commercial District/PAD development — is decided by the Planning Commission, and Sec. 21-303(b) requires the zoning administrator to schedule that hearing 'no less than 14 days and no later than 28 days after the receipt of all such materials.' This is a genuine numeric floor for scheduling the initial hearing, NOT a guaranteed decision/completion time: Sec. 21-303(d) lets the Planning Commission table or continue action 'to a date certain' with no outer limit stated, and the separate concurrent Building/Permit Review step (Article II of Chapter 6, IBC Sec. 105.3, amended only to add application-content subparagraphs, NOT a review-turnaround timeframe) still carries no Town-published numeric SLA at all
- Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Carve-Out — Town Code Sec. 21-301(d): commercial/development projects within the DDA District boundary do NOT follow the Sec. 21-303 procedure above at all; they instead 'shall follow the design review policies and design standards of the Mt. Crested Butte Downtown Development Authority Architectural and Site Design Standards,' a separate DDA-authored document. That document is not published or linked on the Town's DDA page (mtcb.colorado.gov/government/downtown-development-authority-dda) — its own review timeline, if any, is unconfirmed.
- Fire alarm systems, where required by IBC Sec. 907.2, must meet International Fire Code Sec. 907.8.2 as identified in Town Code Chapter 8 (Sec. 6-25)
- Ice barrier underlayment required on all roofs (Sec. 6-31, amending IBC Sec. 1507.2.8.2), except detached accessory structures without conditioned floor area
- Design snow load of 155 psf per the 2016 SEAC Colorado Design Snow Loads (Sec. 6-32, amending IBC Sec. 1608.1) applies to commercial construction the same as residential
- Minimum footing depth of 36 inches below finished grade unless an alternative is engineer-recommended (Sec. 6-33)
- No local IBC-Article-II amendment to Chapter 9 (Fire Protection Systems) automatic-sprinkler trigger comparable to Article III's residential Sec. 6-59 was found — commercial sprinkler requirements were not confirmed to follow a Town-specific threshold and should be assumed to follow the unamended 2021 IBC Chapter 9 provisions by occupancy/area unless the Building Division states otherwise
- Tenant improvements/alterations to existing commercial buildings are governed by the IEBC (Town Code Article IX, Sec. 6-126 et seq.) as Level 1/2/3 alterations; Level 2/3 alterations require the same Gunnison County Contractor License proof as new construction (Sec. 6-128)
- Electrical and plumbing work is NOT reviewed or inspected by the Town — those permits/inspections are obtained separately and directly from the State of Colorado (Colorado Electrical Board and Colorado State Plumbing Board), the same statewide carve-out documented for residential permits in this record
- 3% Use Tax on construction/building materials, calculated on 50% of estimated total valuation (or documented actual materials valuation), reconciled within 90 days of Certificate of Occupancy issuance or final inspection approval — Town Code Sec. 19-105/19-21, which is not restricted to residential projects
- Contractor must hold a current Mt. CB Business License (BOLF)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (fillable form)Same generic application form used Town-wide for all Building Division permits, submitted via app.govwell.com/mtcb
- RequiredDesign and Permit Review Application (GovWell portal)
- OptionalSite survey/plat by a Colorado-licensed land surveyorRequired for new construction; waived for remodels confined entirely within an existing building's limits (Sec. 6-19(2))
- RequiredCrested Butte Fire Protection District approval letter
- RequiredConstruction Management Plan (CMP)
- RequiredGunnison County Building Contractor License (Class A, B, or C matching scope)
- OptionalMt. CB Water & Sanitation District Tap Fee Receipt or written waiver
- RequiredMt. CB Business License (BOLF) for General Contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1.00 to $500.00 | $23.50 | Town Code Sec. 6-21, Table 1-A (IBC Sec. 109.2, as locally amended) — same valuation-tiered schedule confirmed identical to the residential Table R1-A (Sec. 6-52); set directly in Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024 |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $501.00 to $2,000.00 | $23.50 for the first $500 plus $3.05 per additional $100 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A (IBC Sec. 109.2, as locally amended) |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 | $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A (IBC Sec. 109.2, as locally amended) |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $25,001.00 to $50,000.00 | $391.75 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A (IBC Sec. 109.2, as locally amended) |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $50,001.00 to $100,000.00 | $643.75 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A (IBC Sec. 109.2, as locally amended) |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,001.00 to $500,000.00 | $993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A (IBC Sec. 109.2, as locally amended) |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00 | $3,233.75 for the first $500,000 plus $4.75 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A (IBC Sec. 109.2, as locally amended) |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1,000,001.00 and up | $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-21 / Table 1-A (IBC Sec. 109.2, as locally amended) |
| Plan Check Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Town Code Sec. 6-21 amending IBC Sec. 109.5; separate from and in addition to the permit fee |
| Inspections Outside Normal Business Hours (Table 1-B) | $47.00 per hour, 2-hour minimum charge | Town Code Sec. 6-22, Table 1-B, amending IBC Sec. 110; or the Town's actual hourly cost, whichever is greater |
| Re-inspection Fee (Table 1-B) | $47.00 per hour, 2-hour minimum charge | Applies after the initial inspection and one reinspection |
| Additional Plan Review from Changes/Additions/Revisions (Table 1-B) | $47.00 per hour, 2-hour minimum charge | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-22 / Table 1-B (IBC Sec. 110.7), additional plan review row |
| Use of Outside Consultants for Plan Checking/Inspections/Enforcement (Table 1-B) | Actual costs | Includes administrative, attorney, and overhead costs |
| Design Review Fee — Application requiring drawings/engineering | $200.00 | Resolution No. 9, Series 2026 Fee Schedule, Design Review Fees table (example given is a residential deck); Show full citationHideResolution No. 9, Series 2026 Fee Schedule, Design Review Fees table (example given is a residential deck); the Fee Schedule does not state an explicit unit-count threshold distinguishing when this generic tier vs. the dedicated Accommodation/Commercial Unit tier below applies to a single small commercial tenant space — genuinely ambiguous from the primary source, not independently confirmed with the Building Division |
| Design Review Fee — 'Accomdation [sic] Units, and Commerical [sic] Unit' Base Fee | $1,500.00 | Resolution No. 9, Series 2026 Fee Schedule, Design Review Fees table, quoted verbatim including the Town's own apparent typos ('Accomdation', 'Commerical'); Show full citationHideResolution No. 9, Series 2026 Fee Schedule, Design Review Fees table, quoted verbatim including the Town's own apparent typos ('Accomdation', 'Commerical'); distinct from and priced above the Single Family Residence ($700) and equal to the Multi-Family Residential ($1,500) Design Review base fees |
| Design Review Fee — Accommodation/Commercial Unit charge, 2 to 5 units | $100.00 per unit | Per Resolution No. 9, Series 2026 Fee Schedule; charged in addition to the $1,500 base fee |
| Design Review Fee — Accommodation/Commercial Unit charge, 6 to 10 units | $75.00 per unit | Resolution No. 9, Series 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit 1, Design Review Fees table, '6 to 10 units' row |
| Design Review Fee — Accommodation/Commercial Unit charge, 11 units or more | $50.00 per unit | Resolution No. 9, Series 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit 1, Design Review Fees table, '11 units or more' row |
| Design Review Compliance and Cleanup Deposit — valuation $1,000-$4,999 | $500 | Town Code Sec. 109.7, added to IBC Sec. 109 within Article II — confirmed to apply to IBC-governed (commercial) permits, not just the residential/IRC track |
| Design Review Compliance and Cleanup Deposit — valuation $5,000-$9,999 | $1,000 | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-21 (IBC Sec. 109.7 as added), Design Review Compliance and Cleanup Deposit table |
| Design Review Compliance and Cleanup Deposit — valuation $10,000-$49,999 | $2,000, or 2% of total valuation for higher tiers per the Building Official's determination | Ordinance No. 6, Series 2024, Town Code Sec. 6-21 (IBC Sec. 109.7 as added), Design Review Compliance and Cleanup Deposit table, page 8 |
| Use Tax | 3% of 50% of total estimated project valuation | Town Code Sec. 19-105/19-21; reconciled within 90 days of CO issuance or final inspection approval |
| Work Done without a Building Permit | $100.00 or the permit fee, whichever is greater | Resolution No. 9, Series 2026 Fee Schedule |
Sign Permit
VerifiedTown Code Chapter 16 (Signs and Advertising), Article II, governs sign permitting in Mount Crested Butte. A permit is required to construct, erect, remodel, move, or otherwise change or affect any sign within town limits, except signs listed as exempt; the Zoning Administrator processes applications. No permit is required to maintain a sign in good repair, or for a change of copy where the business and sign remain conforming.
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Requirements
- Application submitted to the Zoning Administrator on town-supplied forms, per Sec. 16-23
- One complete scale drawing required showing size, shape, color, design, materials, site plan (including required landscaping), specific sign location, elevation of sign on building, mounting method, and lighting
- No work may commence on a sign structure until the permit is issued, per Sec. 16-22(b)
- No permit required to maintain a sign in good repair or for a change of copy where the business stays the same and the sign remains conforming, per Sec. 16-22(c)
- If a sign is installed prior to obtaining a permit or modification, the fee is doubled, per Sec. 16-29
- The Zoning Administrator may inspect any sign and its structural/electrical connections during regular business hours to confirm code compliance, per Sec. 16-21(b)
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit ApplicationTown-supplied application form plus one complete scale drawing (size, shape, color, design, materials, site plan, sign location, elevation, mounting method, lighting)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent Sign/Advertising Permit Fee | $50.00 flat | Per Town of Mt. Crested Butte Resolution No. 18, Series 2025 (Fee Schedule, Exhibit 1, 'Signs and Advertising' section), effective January 1, 2026 |
| Portable, Sandwich Board, and Banner Sign Fee | $25.00 flat | Per Resolution No. 18, Series 2025 Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2026 |
| Sign Variance or Modification Fee | $100.00 flat | Per Resolution No. 18, Series 2025 Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2026 |
| Sign Code Appeal to Town Council Fee | $200.00 flat | Per Resolution No. 18, Series 2025 Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2026 |
Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedFire protection and fire-code plan review for Mount Crested Butte is provided by the Crested Butte Fire Protection District (CBFPD), a special district separate from Town government (300 County Road 317, Crested Butte, CO 81224; 970-349-5333). New construction and alteration plan review (Section 1001 of CBFPD's Fire Prevention Fee Schedule) is valuation/square-footage based and explicitly includes plan review and inspection of automatic fire suppression systems and/or monitored fire alarm systems where required — CBFPD does not publish a separate stand-alone sprinkler/alarm permit fee line distinct from this bundled new-construction review.
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Requirements
- Plans submitted through CBFPD's Plan Review Application, including access plans (driveway), utilities location, and a complete set of plans
- A Pre-Application Meeting Request is available (and recommended) before submittal to ensure a complete application/plan package
- CBFPD reviews the application and issues an invoice for review fees; the review process begins once payment is received
- Fire suppression (sprinkler) and monitored fire alarm system plan review/inspection is bundled into the New Construction and Alterations plan review fee (Section 1001A) rather than charged as a separate line item, per CBFPD's Fire Prevention Fees schedule
- Commercial fire underground plan review and inspection scheduling must be submitted separately to the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control — not included in CBFPD's fee
- All plan fees paid include one compliant field inspection; non-compliant re-inspections are billed separately ($250 first occurrence / $500 additional occurrences for residential; $500 first occurrence / $1,000 additional for commercial)
Required documents
- RequiredCBFPD Plan Review ApplicationRequires access plans (driveway), utilities location, and a complete set of plans; submitted per CBFPD's published plan-review process
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Construction and Alterations Plan Review Fee (bundled, includes fire suppression/alarm system review) | $700 (0-2,500 sq ft) / $2,520 (2,501-3,600 sq ft) / $5,250 (3,601-5,000 sq ft) / $10,500 (5,001-10,000 sq ft) / $10,500 + $1.05 per sq ft (over 10,001 sq ft) | Per CBFPD Fire Prevention Fees schedule (dated 2-8-22, referenced on CBFPD's site as 'Effective 4/1/2022'). Show full citationHidePer CBFPD Fire Prevention Fees schedule (dated 2-8-22, referenced on CBFPD's site as 'Effective 4/1/2022'). Includes up to 30 minutes of pre-plan consultation, one initial plan review, one rough-in inspection, one fire final inspection, one residential fire suppression underground inspection, alternate water supply review if required, and plan review/inspection of automatic fire suppression and/or monitored fire alarm systems if required. |
| Residential Impact Fee (new dwelling unit) | $388.79 per unit | Per CBFPD Fire Prevention Fees schedule, Section 1001B |
| Commercial Impact Fee | $0.138 per sq ft | Per CBFPD Fire Prevention Fees schedule, Section 1001B |
| Re-Inspection Fee (non-compliant) | Residential: $250 first occurrence / $500 additional; Commercial: $500 first occurrence / $1,000 additional | Per CBFPD Fire Prevention Fees schedule, Section 1001C — the one compliant field inspection is bundled into the plan fee, but a failed/non-compliant re-inspection is billed separately |
Change of Use / Change of Occupancy
VerifiedThe Town of Mt. Crested Butte publishes no standalone 'Change of Use' or 'Change of Occupancy' permit application distinct from the general Community Development Department building-permit process — none appears on the Town's Building, Building Permit Applications, or Building Policies/FAQs pages.
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Requirements
- No standalone change-of-use or change-of-occupancy application distinct from the general Community Development Department permitting process is published
- Contact Town of Mt. Crested Butte Community Development Department (970-349-6632) to confirm requirements for a specific change-of-use project
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Change of Use)Contact Community Development to confirm current requirements; applications are submitted online via the Town's GovWell portal (app.govwell.com/mtcb)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit / Design Review Fee (if construction or design review accompanies the change) | Contact Community Development Department (970-349-6632) for a current fee quote; see Resolution No. 18, Series 2025 for the Town's general application/design-review fee tables |
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