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Fort Morgan building permits
VerifiedFort Morgan, Colorado — as published 2026-07-07.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Residence / New House)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family home construction within Fort Morgan city limits, per the City's Building Permit Application (which includes a 'New House' square-footage field) and Building Department page. Reviewed under the 2024 IRC/IBC as locally adopted by Ordinance No. 1337 (effective June 16, 2026), plus the 2023 Colorado Model Electric and Solar Ready Code. Issued by the City of Fort Morgan Building Department; electrical work on the project is NOT included — it is permitted separately through the State of Colorado Electrical Board.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plans must comply with the 2024 IRC/IBC as adopted by Ordinance No. 1337, effective June 16, 2026
- Must additionally comply with the 2023 Colorado Model Electric and Solar Ready Code (CMERSRC), state-mandated
- Contractor registration with the City of Fort Morgan required before work begins, in addition to any state-level trade licenses
- Use Tax (4%) applies to building materials not purchased locally; proof of local purchase (sales tax already paid) required to avoid the charge
- 24 hours advance notice required to schedule inspections
- Applications submitted via the City's MyGov online portal (public.mygov.us/fort_morgan_co)
- Electrical work on the project is NOT part of this City building permit — a separate electrical permit must be obtained directly from the State of Colorado Electrical Board (DORA) at dpo.colorado.gov/EandP/Permits
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (MyGov portal)Submitted online via public.mygov.us/fort_morgan_co; the legacy paper form (revised 4/9/10) is still hosted on the City's DocumentCenter but the MyGov portal is the current application channel per the Building Department page
- RequiredConstruction Drawings / Plan SetPlan set sufficient for IRC/IBC plan review as locally adopted; specific submittal checklist not independently located beyond the CCICC residential guides referenced by the City
- RequiredContractor RegistrationCity of Fort Morgan contractor registration required for all contractors performing work, separate from any state license
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Fee — valuation $1.00 to $500.00 | $27.00 | Citywide Fee Schedule, Exhibit A to Resolution No. 2026-03-03, effective March 3, 2026 |
| Construction Fee — valuation $501.00 to $2,000.00 | $27.00 for the first $500 plus $3.50 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof | — |
| Construction Fee — valuation $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 | $79.50 for the first $2,000 plus $16.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Construction Fee — valuation $25,001.00 to $50,000.00 | $401.75 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Construction Fee — valuation $50,001.00 to $100,000.00 | $654.25 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Construction Fee — valuation $100,001.00 to $500,000.00 | $1,142.55 for the first $100,000 plus $6.44 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Construction Fee — valuation $500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00 | $3,827.00 for the first $500,000 plus $5.46 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Construction Fee — valuation $1,000,001.00 and above | $6,327.00 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4.20 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the total permit fee | Due at time of plan/specification submittal; additional plan review fees apply if plans are incomplete or changed requiring further review |
| Use Tax | 4% of non-locally-purchased building materials valuation | Per Colorado Department of Revenue municipal use tax rate data; collected by the Building Department as part of the permit process unless proof of local purchase (with sales tax paid) is provided |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit (Addition, Garage, Basement Finish)
VerifiedRequired for room additions, garages, and basement finishes to existing residential buildings in Fort Morgan, per the City's Building Permit Application (which itemizes 'Addition, Garage, or House' square footage and 'Basement') and the CCICC-published residential building guides the City references (additions, basement finishes, decks/porches, detached garages, patio covers/carports, enclosing patio covers, ramps, pole barns). Reviewed under the 2024 IRC as locally adopted.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for room additions, garage construction/additions larger than 200 sq ft, and basement finishes
- Detached garages 200 sq ft or less generally covered under the flat 'Garage Permit' fee tier described only for 'New and Additions Larger than 200 Sq. Ft.' in the fee schedule — the fee schedule does not separately break out a flat fee for garages 200 sq ft or under, so this file does not assume one applies (confirm directly for smaller garage projects)
- Sheds larger than 120 sq ft up to 200 sq ft require a Shed Permit (flat fee); the fee schedule does not state a threshold below which sheds are permit-exempt, so confirm directly with the Building Department for small accessory structures
- Contractor registration with the City required for all contractors
- 24 hours advance notice required for inspections
- Use Tax (4%) applies to non-locally-purchased materials
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (MyGov portal)Submitted online via public.mygov.us/fort_morgan_co
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsScope-appropriate plan set for the addition/remodel/garage/basement-finish project
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Fee (same valuation-based schedule as new construction) | $27.00 minimum, scaling per the March 2026 Citywide Fee Schedule valuation tiers | Applies to additions and basement finishes valued and reviewed under the general Construction Fees table |
| Garage Permit (New and Additions Larger than 200 Sq. Ft.) | $65.00 flat fee | Citywide Fee Schedule, Exhibit A to Resolution No. 2026-03-03 |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the permit fee, where plan review is required | — |
| Use Tax | 4% of non-locally-purchased materials valuation | — |
Electrical Permit — REFERRED TO STATE OF COLORADO (Not Issued by the City)
VerifiedThe City of Fort Morgan does NOT issue electrical permits or conduct electrical inspections. Per the City's own Building Department page: 'The City of Fort Morgan is no longer issuing electrical permits or conducting inspections for such.' All electrical permitting and inspection for work within Fort Morgan is handled directly by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), State of Colorado Electrical Board.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical contractors and homeowners performing their own electrical work must apply directly to the State of Colorado Electrical Board (DORA) for any required electrical permit — NOT the City of Fort Morgan
- Homeowners performing their own electrical work must both own AND reside in the residence, per the State Electrical Board's homeowner-permit rules referenced in this review
- Applications and permits are obtained online through DORA at https://dpo.colorado.gov/EandP/Permits
- State-issued electrical permits are valid for one year from the date of issuance, per DORA's published permit/inspection information
- Contact DORA directly for permitting/inspection questions: 303-894-7800, dora_eandp_permits@state.co.us
Required documents
- RequiredState of Colorado Electrical Permit Application (DORA online system)Submitted directly to the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, State of Colorado Electrical Board — not through the City of Fort Morgan
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| State of Colorado Electrical Permit Fee | Not published on any City of Fort Morgan page, since the City does not administer this permit; set and collected entirely by DORA/State Electrical Board | Confirm current state fee directly at dpo.colorado.gov/EandP/Permits — genuinely out of scope for this City-focused file to reproduce, since fee-setting authority rests with the state, not Fort Morgan |
Plumbing / Gas / Water & Sewer Line Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation/alteration/repair, gas appliance installation, backflow devices, and water/sewer line work in Fort Morgan. Governed by the 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC) and 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) as currently enforced by the City (the City's page notes these codes were not updated to the 2024 cycle alongside the other I-Codes adopted by Ordinance No. 1337). Issued by the City of Fort Morgan Building Department.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for plumbing systems, gas appliance installation, backflow devices (lawn sprinklers and domestic water), water heaters, and water/sewer line work outside the building
- Governed by the 2018 IPC and 2018 IFGC, per the City's Building Department page (these code editions were not updated in the June 2026 Ordinance No. 1337 adoption that moved most other codes to the 2024 cycle)
- Contractor registration with the City required, in addition to any state plumbing/gas contractor license
- 24 hours advance notice required for inspections
- Use Tax (4%) applies to non-locally-purchased materials
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing/Gas Permit Application (MyGov portal)Submitted online via public.mygov.us/fort_morgan_co
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Backflow Device Permit (Plumbing) — Lawn Sprinklers & Domestic Water | $35.00 flat fee | Citywide Fee Schedule, Exhibit A to Resolution No. 2026-03-03 |
| Gas Appliance Permit | $40.00 flat fee | — |
| Water Heater Permit (Plumbing) — Gas and Electric Water Heaters | $30.00 flat fee | — |
| Sewer Line Permit (outside of building, 5 feet from foundation to property line) | $40.00 flat fee | — |
| Water Line Permit (outside of building, from foundation to meter pit) | $30.00 flat fee | — |
| Construction Fee (when plumbing is part of a larger project not covered by a flat fee) | Calculated per the general valuation-based Construction Fees table ($27.00 minimum) | The Citywide Fee Schedule's Construction Fees table explicitly 'Includes Mechanical, Plumbing & Sign Permits' |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the permit fee, where plan review is required | — |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit (A/C Installation)
VerifiedRequired for HVAC/air conditioning installation in Fort Morgan. Governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) as adopted by Ordinance No. 1337, effective June 16, 2026. The electrical connection portion of an A/C installation is explicitly excluded from this permit and must be separately permitted through the State of Colorado Electrical Board.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for A/C installation and other mechanical/HVAC equipment work
- Governed by the 2024 IMC as adopted by Ordinance No. 1337, effective June 16, 2026
- The A/C Installation flat fee explicitly does NOT include electrical work ('A/C Installation (Does NOT Include Electrical)' per the fee schedule) — any electrical connection must be separately permitted through the State of Colorado Electrical Board
- Contractor registration with the City required
- 24 hours advance notice required for inspections
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit Application (MyGov portal)Submitted online via public.mygov.us/fort_morgan_co
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| A/C Installation (Does NOT Include Electrical) | $40.00 flat fee | Citywide Fee Schedule, Exhibit A to Resolution No. 2026-03-03; electrical connection is separately permitted through the State Electrical Board, not included in this fee |
| Construction Fee (for mechanical work not covered by the flat A/C fee) | Calculated per the general valuation-based Construction Fees table ($27.00 minimum) | The Citywide Fee Schedule's Construction Fees table explicitly 'Includes Mechanical, Plumbing & Sign Permits' |
Roofing Permit (Re-Roofing)
VerifiedRequired for roofing and re-roofing work in Fort Morgan, billed as a flat fee. The City references CCICC-published roofing requirements and roof inspection procedures documents in addition to the base Building Department page.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for roofing/re-roofing work, per the flat-fee schedule
- Shingle type, felt number, and total layers when complete must be specified on the permit application, per the (legacy) Building Permit Application form fields
- The City separately publishes 'Roofing Requirements' (dated 010117) and 'Roof Inspection Procedures' documents on the Building Department's Quick Links page, referenced but not independently retrieved in full detail during this review
Required documents
- RequiredRoofing Permit Application (MyGov portal)Submitted online via public.mygov.us/fort_morgan_co
- OptionalRoofing Requirements documentReferenced on the Building Department's Quick Links page (dated 010117); details not independently verified beyond the reference itself in this session
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing Permit | $40.00 flat fee | Citywide Fee Schedule, Exhibit A to Resolution No. 2026-03-03, effective March 3, 2026 |
Solar Panel Permit
VerifiedRequired for solar panel installation in Fort Morgan, billed as a flat fee that explicitly excludes electrical work. The electrical interconnection portion of a solar project must be separately permitted through the State of Colorado Electrical Board, consistent with the City's broader policy of not handling electrical permits.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for solar panel installation, per the flat-fee schedule ('Solar Panel Permit (Does NOT Include Electrical)')
- The electrical interconnection/wiring portion of the solar installation must be separately permitted through the State of Colorado Electrical Board (DORA), consistent with the City's general non-handling of electrical permits
Required documents
- RequiredSolar Panel Permit Application (MyGov portal)Submitted online via public.mygov.us/fort_morgan_co for the mounting/structural scope
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Panel Permit (Does NOT Include Electrical) | $160.00 flat fee | Citywide Fee Schedule, Exhibit A to Resolution No. 2026-03-03, effective March 3, 2026 |
Demolition / Moving Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition or structure-moving work in Fort Morgan, billed at a tiered flat fee (primary vs. secondary structure) when done in conjunction with a Building Permit.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for demolition or moving of structures
- Fee is tiered: a 'Primary' rate and a lower 'Secondary' rate, both described as 'In conjunction with Building Permit' — the fee schedule does not further define what triggers Primary vs. Secondary classification beyond this label; confirm directly with the Building Department for a specific project
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition/Moving Permit Application (MyGov portal)Submitted online via public.mygov.us/fort_morgan_co
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition/Moving Permit — Primary | $65.00 flat fee | Citywide Fee Schedule, Exhibit A to Resolution No. 2026-03-03; 'In conjunction with Building Permit' |
| Demolition/Moving Permit — Secondary | $40.00 flat fee | — |
Fence Permit
VerifiedRequired for fence construction in Fort Morgan, billed as a flat fee. The legacy Building Permit Application form requests fence type, height, length, and whether the job has been surveyed.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for fence construction, per the flat-fee schedule
- Application (per the legacy paper form's fields, presumed still relevant to the current MyGov application) requests: type of fence, height, length, and whether the job has been surveyed
- No retaining-wall-specific flat fee or height threshold is published separately from the general Fence Permit line item; a retaining wall project may fall under the general valuation-based Construction Fee table instead — not independently confirmed in this session
Required documents
- RequiredFence Permit Application (MyGov portal)Submitted online via public.mygov.us/fort_morgan_co
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fence Permit | $35.00 flat fee | Citywide Fee Schedule, Exhibit A to Resolution No. 2026-03-03, effective March 3, 2026 |
EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit — REFERRED TO STATE OF COLORADO (Not Issued by the City)
VerifiedThe City of Fort Morgan does NOT issue electrical permits or conduct electrical inspections of any kind, including for EV charger/EVSE circuits. Per the City's own Building Department page: 'The City of Fort Morgan is no longer issuing electrical permits or conducting inspections for such.' All electrical permitting and inspection for EV charger installation within Fort Morgan is handled directly by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), State of Colorado Electrical Board — the same authority-split mechanism documented in the electrical-permit entry, which also explicitly carves electrical scope out of the City's A/C and solar permits.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical contractors and homeowners installing an EV charger circuit must apply directly to the State of Colorado Electrical Board (DORA) for the required electrical permit — NOT the City of Fort Morgan
- Homeowners performing their own EV charger wiring must both own AND reside in the residence, per the State Electrical Board's homeowner-permit rules
- Applications and permits are obtained online through DORA at https://dpo.colorado.gov/EandP/Permits
- State-issued electrical permits are valid for one year from the date of issuance, per DORA's published permit/inspection information
- Contact DORA directly for permitting/inspection questions: 303-894-7800, dora_eandp_permits@state.co.us
Required documents
- RequiredState of Colorado Electrical Permit Application (DORA online system)Submitted directly to the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, State of Colorado Electrical Board — not through the City of Fort Morgan — same application used for any electrical work including EV charger circuits
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| State of Colorado Electrical Permit Fee (applies to EV charger circuit; no distinct EV line) | Not published on any City of Fort Morgan page, since the City does not administer this permit; set and collected entirely by DORA/State Electrical Board | Confirm current state fee directly at dpo.colorado.gov/EandP/Permits — genuinely out of scope for this City-focused file to reproduce, since fee-setting authority rests with the state, not Fort Morgan |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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