This is PermitBase’s published record for Edgewater as of 2026-07-06. It has since been superseded — see the current record. A historical record reflects what PermitBase had verified at that time; it may not capture a real-world change the jurisdiction had made but PermitBase had not yet verified, and it includes any errors we later corrected. Snapshots are never edited retroactively.
Edgewater building permits
VerifiedEdgewater, Colorado — as published 2026-07-06.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family, duplex, and townhome construction in Edgewater. Reviewed under the 2021 IRC/IBC as locally adopted (Edgewater Municipal Code Chapter 18), plus the City's design criteria (40 psf ground snow load, 130 mph ultimate wind speed Exposure B, 36-inch frost depth, Seismic Design Category B). Building division services (plan review and inspections) are performed by SAFEbuilt under contract to the City.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plans must comply with the 2021 IRC/IBC as locally adopted, and meet the City's design criteria: 40 psf ground snow load, 130 mph ultimate wind speed (Exposure B, designer to assess), 36-inch minimum frost depth/footing depth, Seismic Design Category B, 25 psf wind load, 30 psf roof live load
- Uploaded plan set required: site plan (lot dimensions, existing structures), floor plan (space use, framing, dimensions), and section view (attachment to existing structure) where applicable
- New Residential Development Checklist must be satisfied (City document, updated September 2023)
- All contractors must hold a current City of Edgewater Contractor's License (Chapter 6, Article 4) in addition to any required Colorado state trade license; homeowners performing work on their own dwelling do not need a contractor's license
- Applications, plans, and permits are submitted/managed via the CommunityCore online portal
- Fire plan review by West Metro Fire Rescue District required in addition to City/SAFEbuilt building review
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the CommunityCore online portal
- RequiredNew Residential Development ChecklistUpdated September 2023, City of Edgewater Building & Planning Documents page
- RequiredSite Plan, Floor Plan, Section ViewLot dimensions and existing structures (site plan); space use, framing, dimensions (floor plan); attachment to existing structure (section view)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $0.00 to $500.00 | $35.00 | City of Edgewater Fee Surcharge Schedule, Code Ref. 18-1-40(a) |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $500.01 to $1,000.00 | $55.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1,500.01 to $2,000.00 | $70.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $2,000.01 to $10,000.00 | $80.00 plus $16.00 for each $1,000.00 (or fraction) above $2,000.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $10,000.01 to $30,000.00 | $208.00 plus $14.00 for each $1,000.00 (or fraction) above $10,000.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $30,000.01 to $100,000.00 | $488.00 plus $12.00 for each $1,000.00 (or fraction) above $30,000.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,000.01 to $500,000.00 | $1,328.00 plus $9.00 for each $1,000.00 (or fraction) above $100,000.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $500,000.01 and over | $4,928.00 plus $8.00 for each $1,000.00 (or fraction) above $500,000.00 | — |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee, due at time of application | Sec. 18-1-40(c); additional plan review fee at same rate if plans require re-review |
| Use Tax | Total valuation x 50% (assumed material share) x 4% | Collected at permit issuance per City FAQ page; exempts materials purchase from city sales tax |
| Reinspection Fee (building) | $75.00 | Sec. 18-1-40(c) fee schedule |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, garages, basement finishes, and remodeling of existing single-family, duplex, and townhome structures in Edgewater. Reviewed under the 2021 IRC as locally adopted. The City's FAQ page explicitly lists 'remodeling' and 'basement finishes' among the project types that require a permit.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Basement Finish Building Guide and/or Addition Building Guide (2021) submittal requirements apply depending on scope
- Single Family Residential Remodel guide applies to remodel-scope projects
- Uploaded plan set: site plan, floor plan, and section view where applicable
- All contractors must hold a current City of Edgewater Contractor's License; homeowners performing their own work on their own dwelling are exempt from the contractor-license requirement (but not from permitting)
- Use tax applies to project materials at time of permit issuance
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the CommunityCore online portal
- OptionalAddition Building Guide (2021)City of Edgewater Building & Planning Documents page
- OptionalBasement Finish Building GuideCity of Edgewater Building & Planning Documents page
- OptionalSingle Family Residential Remodel GuideCity of Edgewater Building & Planning Documents page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (same valuation-based schedule as new construction) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the City's Fee Surcharge Schedule | Code Ref. 18-1-40(a) |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | — |
| Use Tax | Total valuation x 50% x 4% | — |
| Repair of existing facility or equipment | $5.00 plus $2.00 for each $100.00 of repair cost or fraction thereof | Code Ref. 18-1-40(a); applies to repair-scope work rather than new valuation-based construction |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical modifications, installations, and repairs in Edgewater. Governed by the 2023 NEC (NFPA 70) as adopted by Edgewater Municipal Code Sec. 18-4-10 (Ord. 2024-06, 2024), with no local amendments. Edgewater runs its OWN electrical permitting/inspection program (via SAFEbuilt) under its own dedicated fee schedule (Sec. 18-1-40(f)) rather than deferring issuance to the Colorado State Electrical Board — though the City/SAFEbuilt does verify contractor DORA licensing status via its published Electrical/Plumbing Contemporaneous Review Guidelines.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2023 NEC (NFPA 70) as adopted by the City; the City's live Applicable Codes & Design Criteria webpage lists '2020 NEC' but the codified Municipal Code (Sec. 18-4-10, current through 2024 ordinance) is treated as authoritative here — see codesAdopted discrepancy note
- Contractors must hold a current Colorado State Electrical Board (DORA) license, subject to contemporaneous verification by the City/SAFEbuilt per the Electrical/Plumbing Contemporaneous Review Guidelines, plus a City of Edgewater Contractor's License
- Homeowner permits available for work on an owner's own non-rental, non-resale dwelling per CRS 12-23-111(2); all work (owner or contractor performed) must comply with the currently adopted NEC/IRC/IPC and undergo rough + final inspection
- Fee calculated under either the Residential (square-footage-based) schedule or the All Other (installation-valuation-based) schedule — not both
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the CommunityCore online portal
- OptionalHomeowner Electrical and Plumbing Permit WaiverRequired only if the property owner (not a licensed contractor) is personally performing the work; certifies non-rental, non-resale status per CRS 12-23-111(2) / CRS 12-58-113(2)
- RequiredCity of Edgewater Contractor's LicenseRequired for all contractors performing electrical work; not required for a homeowner working on their own dwelling
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Electrical Fee — not more than 1,000 sq ft living area | $115.00 | City of Edgewater Fee Surcharge Schedule, Code Ref. 18-1-40(f) |
| Residential Electrical Fee — 1,001 to 1,500 sq ft | $172.50 | — |
| Residential Electrical Fee — 1,501 to 2,000 sq ft | $230.00 | — |
| Residential Electrical Fee — per 100 sq ft over 2,000 sq ft | $11.50 | — |
| All Other Electrical Fee — installation valuation not more than $2,000 | $115.00 | Applies to non-living-area work: garage, shop, photovoltaic, etc. |
| All Other Electrical Fee — per $1,000 of valuation above $2,000 | $11.50 plus the $115.00 base fee | — |
| Mobile/modular home or trailer park inspections (per space) | $115.00 | — |
| Construction meter or extra inspections | $57.50 | — |
| Reinspection Fee (electrical) | $57.50 | — |
| Additional fee for temporary heat release | $57.50 | — |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing modifications, installations, and repairs in Edgewater. Governed by the 2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted and locally amended by Edgewater Municipal Code Sec. 18-6-10/18-6-30. Edgewater runs its own City/SAFEbuilt-administered plumbing permitting and inspection program under the general Building Permit Fee valuation schedule, rather than deferring to the Colorado State Plumbing Board for permit issuance.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2021 IPC as adopted, with local amendments re-pointing IPC administrative sections (permit fees, plan review fees, fee refunds, appeals) to the City's own Chapter 18 Article 1 provisions
- Contractors must hold a current Colorado State Plumbing Board (DORA) license, subject to contemporaneous verification by the City/SAFEbuilt, plus a City of Edgewater Contractor's License (or Plumbing License, $78/year)
- Homeowner permits available for work on an owner's own non-rental, non-resale dwelling per CRS 12-58-113(2); requires a signed Homeowner Electrical and Plumbing Permit Waiver
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the CommunityCore online portal
- OptionalHomeowner Electrical and Plumbing Permit WaiverRequired only if the property owner is personally performing the work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit Fee (billed under the same valuation-based schedule as Building) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the City's Fee Surcharge Schedule | Code Ref. 18-1-40(a); the fee schedule does not carry a separate plumbing-specific valuation table |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Permit Fee | — |
| Use Tax | Total valuation x 50% x 4% | — |
| Plumbing License (contractor, annual) | $78.00 | Code Ref. 6-4-30 |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for furnace, boiler, and other heating/cooling/ventilation equipment installation or replacement in Edgewater, per the City's own FAQ page listing 'furnace installation or replacement' and 'boiler installation or replacement' among permit-required projects. Governed by the 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) and 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) as adopted (Chapter 18, Articles 5 and 8).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2021 IMC and 2021 IFGC as locally adopted
- Required for furnace, boiler, and water heater installation/replacement, gas logs and gas lines, fireplaces (wood, pellet, or gas), and electric-to-gas conversions per the City's FAQ page
- All contractors must hold a current City of Edgewater Contractor's License (Mechanical License, $78.00/year) plus applicable Colorado state trade licensure where required
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the CommunityCore online portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit Fee (billed under the same valuation-based schedule as Building) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the City's Fee Surcharge Schedule | Code Ref. 18-1-40(a); no separate mechanical-specific valuation table published |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Permit Fee | — |
| Use Tax | Total valuation x 50% x 4% | — |
| Mechanical License (contractor, annual) | $78.00 | Code Ref. 6-4-30 |
Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)
VerifiedRequired for residential and commercial re-roofing work in Edgewater. Reviewed under the 2021 IRC (residential) with Edgewater-specific Residential Roofing Requirements (2021) and Commercial Roofing Requirements documents published by the City.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Roof replacement must remove existing roof-covering layers down to the roof deck unless an exemption is met (IRC R908.3)
- Asphalt shingles must be tested to ASTM D 7158 and meet Table R905.2.4.1 wind-speed classification requirements, fastened to solidly sheathed decks
- Drip edge required at eaves and rake edges; valley linings per manufacturer instructions and IRC R905.2.8.2
- Ice barrier underlayment is required per the City's Residential Roofing Requirements document
- A ladder must be on-site, tied off to the roof, for the inspection, per OSHA guidelines
- Commercial re-roofs follow the separate Commercial Roofing Requirements document
Required documents
- RequiredRoofing Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the CommunityCore online portal
- RequiredResidential Roofing Requirements (2021 IRC)City of Edgewater Building & Planning Documents page
- OptionalCommercial Roofing RequirementsCity of Edgewater Building & Planning Documents page; applies to commercial re-roof scope
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, same schedule as new construction) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the City's Fee Surcharge Schedule | No separate flat re-roof fee published; billed under the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee schedule, Code Ref. 18-1-40(a) |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Permit Fee | — |
| Use Tax | Total valuation x 50% x 4% | — |
Rooftop Solar / Photovoltaic Permit
Required for solar panel installation or replacement in Edgewater. SAFEbuilt (the City's contracted building-division provider) publishes a dedicated Photovoltaic System Submittal Requirements guide. Note: the guide itself (last revised 4/25/2022) cites the '2020 NEC, 2018 International Codes' as applicable, which predates the City's current 2021-cycle code adoption and 2023 NEC — treated as a stale reference in this file; the currently governing codes are those in Chapter 18 (2021 IRC/IBC family, 2023 NEC).
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Online application describing work completely, with valuation based on total contract cost (materials + labor) to the customer
- Separate plan review required for each building/address requiring a separate permit
- Structural engineer's stamped letter required for panel weight/wind load addition, per the City's adopted design criteria: minimum 40 psf ground snow load, 130 mph Vult wind speed, Exposure C, Seismic Design Category B (per SAFEbuilt's PV guide; consistent with the City's general design criteria in Sec. 18-1-10 apart from the guide's use of Exposure C vs. the City's general Exposure B — confirm exposure category with SAFEbuilt for your specific site)
- Ground-mounted systems require a separate engineer-stamped letter for support/wind load
- Four-line electrical diagram required: module count/circuit layout, wire sizes/insulation, conduit sizes, junction boxes, inverter type, combiner panel, disconnect, meter, fuses/breakers, grounding
- Building/structural plans: roof layout with panel locations and dimensions, fire pathways/setbacks per IRC/IFC, connection details, site plan showing equipment and property-line distances
- Resubmittals must be uploaded directly to the permit in CommunityCore, not sent directly to the plan examiner
- Zoning compliance is the applicant's responsibility to verify directly with the jurisdiction
Required documents
- RequiredSolar Panel and Photovoltaic Guide / Photovoltaic System Submittal RequirementsSAFEbuilt document, last revised 4/25/2022, published on the City's Building & Planning Documents page
- RequiredStructural Engineer Stamped LetterRequired for roof-mounted and ground-mounted systems, addressing added dead load and wind load
- RequiredFour-Line Electrical DiagramModule/circuit layout, wire sizing, disconnects, inverter, combiner panel, grounding
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Fee (All Other) — installation valuation not more than $2,000 | $115.00 | Fee Surcharge Schedule, Code Ref. 18-1-40(f), Section B (photovoltaic named as an example of this category) |
| Electrical Fee (All Other) — per $1,000 of valuation above $2,000 | $11.50 plus the $115.00 base fee | — |
| Building Permit Fee (structural/roof-mount review, valuation-based) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the Fee Surcharge Schedule | Code Ref. 18-1-40(a); applies to the structural/building-permit side of a PV installation separate from the electrical fee |
| Solar energy device fee cap (Sec. 18-1-40(e)) — EXPIRED, not currently in effect | Previously capped at the lesser of actual City cost or $500 residential / $1,000 nonresidential for non-utility-scale systems (under 10kW residential / 25kW nonresidential) | Per Sec. 18-1-40(e)(4), this cap 'shall be of no further force or effect after July 1, 2025' — expired as of this 2026-07-06 review; standard valuation-based building and electrical fees apply unless a newer ordinance (not found during this review) has reinstated or replaced it |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of structures in Edgewater. Governed by Edgewater Municipal Code Chapter 18, with a specific expiration rule distinct from other permit types: work must commence within 30 days of issuance and remain continuous, or the permit expires after a 10-day suspension.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Work authorized by a demolition permit must commence within 30 days of issuance and be continuous per normal trade-standard progress rates
- If work is suspended or abandoned for 10+ days after commencing, the permit expires (Sec. 18-1-50(c))
- Wrecking may only be performed by a licensed wrecking contractor, except a licensed Class A or Class B general contractor may wreck minor buildings or portions thereof as part of an alteration/remodeling program
- All contractors must hold a current City of Edgewater Contractor's License
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the CommunityCore online portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wrecking Fee | $10.00 plus $0.03 per square foot of floor area (includes basement, first floor, and all other floors) | Fee Surcharge Schedule, Code Ref. 18-1-40(a) |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Permit Fee, where plans/data are required to be submitted | — |
Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit
VerifiedRequired for commercial buildout/tenant improvement work in Edgewater. Reviewed under the 2021 IBC as locally adopted, using the City's Commercial Submittal Checklist (updated September 2023). Commercial projects involving food preparation or child care require additional Jefferson County Health Department review.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Commercial Submittal Checklist (updated September 2023) governs required documentation
- Fire plan review by West Metro Fire Rescue District required
- Jefferson County Health Department review required for commercial projects including food preparation or child care
- All contractors must hold a current City of Edgewater Contractor's License (Class A required for work requiring architect/structural engineer supervision, or for public buildings/places of public assembly)
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Submittal ChecklistUpdated September 2023, City of Edgewater Building & Planning Documents page
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the CommunityCore online portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, same schedule as residential) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the Fee Surcharge Schedule, up to $4,928.00 plus $8.00/$1,000 above $500,000 | Code Ref. 18-1-40(a); the fee table is shared across residential and commercial building permits |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Permit Fee | — |
| Use Tax | Total valuation x 50% x 4% | — |
| Class A Contractor License (required for architect/structural-engineer-supervised or public-assembly work) | $153.00/year or $78.00 one-project-only | Code Ref. 6-4-30 |
Deck / Covered Patio / Carport Permit
VerifiedRequired for uncovered decks, enclosed or covered patios, and carports in Edgewater. The City publishes distinct building guides for Uncovered Decks (2021), Enclosing a Patio, and Patio/Cover/Carport scopes.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Uncovered Decks Building Guide (2021) applies to open deck construction
- Enclosing a Patio Building Guide applies to patio enclosure scope
- Patio, Cover, Carport guide applies to covered patio and carport structures
- Structural design must meet the City's design criteria: 40 psf ground snow load, 130 mph ultimate wind speed, 36-inch frost depth for footings, Seismic Design Category B
- All contractors must hold a current City of Edgewater Contractor's License; Class C License covers fence/shed-type accessory structures
Required documents
- OptionalUncovered Decks Building Guide (2021)City of Edgewater Building & Planning Documents page
- OptionalEnclosing a Patio Building GuideCity of Edgewater Building & Planning Documents page
- OptionalPatio, Cover, Carport GuideCity of Edgewater Building & Planning Documents page
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the CommunityCore online portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, same schedule as new construction) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the Fee Surcharge Schedule | Code Ref. 18-1-40(a) |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Permit Fee | — |
| Use Tax | Total valuation x 50% x 4% | — |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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