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Ault building permits
Ault, Colorado — as published 2026-07-07.
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Residential Code (IRC) — per the '2026 SAFEbuilt Residential Application Check List' (Town of Ault Building Permits page, Helpful/Residential resource): 'All submittal information must comply with the 2024 I-codes and the 2023 NEC.'2024 International Building Code (IBC) — per the SAFEbuilt 'New Commercial Plan Submittal Procedure' and 'Commercial Tenant Finish/Remodel Plan Submittal Procedure' documents on the Town of Ault Building Permits page, both headed '2024 INTERNATIONAL CODES.'2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — required compliance documentation (ResCheck or energy rating report) explicitly named in the SAFEbuilt Residential Application Check List; commercial submittal procedures likewise require 'Documentation showing compliance with the 2024 IECC.'2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — explicitly named in the SAFEbuilt Residential Application Check List ('...and the 2023 NEC').2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) / International Plumbing Code (IPC) — inferred from the SAFEbuilt submittal procedures' consistent requirement of 'Mechanical/Plumbing Plans' stamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer, cross-referenced against the same '2024 INTERNATIONAL CODES' heading used for the IBC/IECC citation on the same documents; not independently named by edition number in the source text, so carried at 'partial' confidence for the specific IMC/IPC edition number. 2026-07-23 re-chase: the Town's own codified Municipal Code (Title 15 Ch.04, Sections 030/060), recovered via Wayback Machine archive of the now-defunct myaultgov.org portal (Sec. 030 Mechanical captured 2022-12-05: 'International Mechanical Code, 2018 Edition'; Sec. 060 Plumbing captured 2022-12-05: 'International Plumbing Code, 2012 Edition'), shows both trade codes were LAST codified at pre-2024 editions — older than, and in unresolved tension with, SAFEbuilt's current 2024-I-code submittal language; no live, currently-hosted Municipal Code exists to confirm whether these sections have since been amended to 2024 editions, so the specific currently-governing IMC/IPC edition numbers remain genuinely unconfirmed and are NOT asserted as '2024' anywhere in this file.1997 Uniform Building Code (UBC), Table 1-A — still the operative VALUATION-BASED FEE TABLE per the Town's 'Building Permit Fee Schedule' (Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services, a SAFEbuilt consultant-services fee exhibit posted on the Town's Building Permits resource list, last modified 5/19/24). This is a fee-calculation table, not a life-safety code edition, and is retained purely because it is the Town's actual current, published fee mechanism — it does not indicate the Town is still enforcing 1997 UBC life-safety provisions, which are superseded by the 2024 I-codes cited above.No separate Ault-specific building-code-adoption ordinance was found published online: the Town of Ault Municipal Code page (aultcolorado.gov/MuniCode) states 'A Copy of the Ault Municipal Code is Available Upon Request' and is not hosted on Municode/eCode360 or any other public code-hosting platform; the Town's online Document Archive 'Ordinances' folder contains only a 'Non-Certified Copy of 2024 Model Traffic Code' (unrelated to building codes). The SAFEbuilt submittal-requirement documents (which explicitly compel 2024 I-code / 2023 NEC compliance and are hosted directly on the Town's own Building Permits page) are therefore treated as the governing, currently-operative code-adoption source for this file, consistent with SAFEbuilt Colorado being Ault's contracted building official/plan-review/inspection provider (per Exhibit B of the Town-SAFEbuilt consultant services agreement).
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family, two-family, and townhome construction in the Town of Ault. Plan review, building official services, and inspections are performed by SAFEbuilt Colorado under contract to the Town, applying the 2024 IRC, 2024 IECC, and 2023 NEC.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Completed building permit application form
- Electronic plot plan showing property address, north arrow and scale, lot dimensions, all projections (stairs, balconies, decks, cantilevers), legal description/subdivision name, distances in feet from the proposed structure to property lines (N/S/E/W) and to existing structures, description of what surrounds the property, and a seal from a registered design professional
- One electronic set of: architectural/floor plans; engineered structural plans stamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer; electrical plans (panel locations, receptacles, lighting); mechanical plans (equipment location, duct sizes/locations/terminations); fire protection plans (stamped) if a sprinkler system is part of the design; soils report for the specific property
- Manual J, D, and S compliance calculations (one electronic copy)
- 2024 IECC energy code compliance documentation: a completed ResCheck specific to the proposed home, OR an energy compliance report from an energy rating company, with all energy documents consistent with each other
- EV-ready, Solar-ready, and Electric-ready documentation for new single-family, two-family, and townhome dwellings per the Town's SAFEbuilt-administered checklist (see tips)
- All plan sheets must bear the original seal of a Colorado-licensed architect or engineer unless exempted under section 12-4-112 C.R.S.
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCompleted application form describing the project
- Required2026 SAFEbuilt Residential Application Check ListGoverning submittal checklist for residential permits in Ault; hosted on the Town's Building Permits page
- RequiredEngineered Structural PlansStamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer
- RequiredSoils ReportFor the specific property
- Required2024 IECC Compliance DocumentationCompleted ResCheck or an energy compliance report from an energy rating company
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1.00 to $500.00 (1997 UBC Table 1-A) | $23.00 | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services, Town of Ault (last modified 5/19/24) |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $501.00 to $2,000.00 | $23.50 for the first $500 plus $3.05 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 | $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $25,001.00 to $50,000.00 | $391.25 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $50,001.00 to $100,000.00 | $643.75 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,001.00 to $500,000.00 | $993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00 | $3,233.75 for the first $500,000 plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1,000,001.00 and up | $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.15 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Plan Review Fee — One, Two, and Three Family Residences | 30% of Building Permit Fee | Exhibit B plan review fee schedule |
| Reinspection Fee | $75.00 | — |
| Investigation Fee (work started without a permit) | 50% of permit fee | — |
| Inspections Outside of Normal Business Hours | $100.00 per hour, one-hour minimum | Time tracked from when the SAFEbuilt consultant checks in at the municipality or first inspection site |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions and remodels to existing residential structures in Ault, reviewed by SAFEbuilt Colorado under the same submittal framework as new residential construction, scaled to the scope of work.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Completed building permit application describing project scope and valuation
- Applicable subset of the Residential Application Check List documents depending on scope (e.g., structural plans only if bearing walls are affected; electrical/mechanical plans only if those systems are altered)
- 2024 IECC energy code compliance documentation where the scope affects the building envelope or systems
- Site plan and floor plan per SAFEbuilt's dedicated 2024 IRC Home Additions Guide (existing dimensions, new openings, setback/easement/utility distances); Manual D & J documentation required if new HVAC appliances are installed
- All plan sheets sealed by a Colorado-licensed design professional unless exempted under section 12-4-112 C.R.S.
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application
- Required2026 SAFEbuilt Residential Application Check ListSame governing checklist used for new construction; applicant and SAFEbuilt determine which line items apply to the specific addition/remodel scope
- Required2024 IRC Building Guide for Homeowners — Additions to Single Family Dwellings (SAFEbuilt)Dedicated SAFEbuilt homeowner guide for residential additions, published 1.1.2026 and hosted directly in Ault's own Building Permits document library; requires a site plan, floor plan, construction/foundation details, and 2024 IECC energy compliance documentation (ResCheck or equivalent)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (same 1997 UBC Table 1-A valuation-based schedule as new construction) | $23.00 minimum, scaling per Exhibit B valuation tiers | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services |
| Plan Review Fee — One, Two, and Three Family Residences | 30% of Building Permit Fee | — |
| Small Remodel and Commercial Projects Plan Review Fee | 30% of Building Permit Fee | Applies to smaller-scope remodel work per Exhibit B |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in Ault. Fees are set under the State of Colorado Electrical Board fee schedule plus a 15% local surcharge (the maximum allowed under CRS 12-23-117(3)); permit issuance and inspection are administered locally by SAFEbuilt Colorado under contract to the Town, applying the 2023 NEC.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as referenced in the Town's SAFEbuilt Residential Application Check List
- Electrical contractors must hold a current Colorado State Electrical Board (DORA) license; the Town's fee schedule explicitly ties electrical fees to the 'most current version of the State of Colorado Electrical Board fee schedule' plus 15%
- Electrical plans (panel locations, receptacles, lighting plan or one-line diagram and load calculations for commercial work) required as part of the relevant submittal packet
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee | Current State of Colorado Electrical Board fee schedule amount, plus 15% local surcharge | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services, Town of Ault; consistent with the maximum 15% surcharge authorized under CRS 12-23-117(3) |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of a residential electric vehicle charging circuit in Ault. Filed as an electrical permit and inspected locally by SAFEbuilt Colorado under contract to the Town, applying the 2023 NEC. No EV-charger-specific fee line item is published in the Town's Exhibit B Fee Schedule — an EV charger circuit is billed under the same mechanism as all other electrical work: the current State of Colorado Electrical Board fee schedule plus the maximum 15% local surcharge allowed under CRS 12-23-117(3).
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as referenced in the Town's SAFEbuilt Residential Application Check List
- Electrical contractors must hold a current Colorado State Electrical Board (DORA) license
- Electrical plans (single-line diagram/load calculations) required as part of the submittal packet
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee (no EV-specific line item found) | Current State of Colorado Electrical Board fee schedule amount, plus 15% local surcharge | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services, Town of Ault; an EV charger circuit is billed under this same general electrical-work mechanism, consistent with the maximum 15% surcharge authorized under CRS 12-23-117(3) |
Plumbing Permit
Required for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair in Ault. Unlike electrical permits, plumbing permit fees are NOT tied to a state board fee schedule — they use the Town's own 1997 UBC Table 1-A valuation-based fee table, administered locally by SAFEbuilt Colorado.
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing plans required as part of the applicable submittal packet (residential or commercial) showing sewer, drains, vents, water piping, roof drains, and gas piping as applicable
- Colorado plumbing contractors must hold a current DORA State Plumbing Board license (contractor licensure is state-regulated even though permit issuance and fee-setting is local)
- All plan sheets sealed by a Colorado-licensed engineer where required, unless exempted under section 12-4-112 C.R.S.
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (plumbing scope)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit Fee (1997 UBC Table 1-A valuation-based schedule, same table as Building) | $23.00 minimum, scaling per Exhibit B valuation tiers | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services; no separate state-board pass-through fee applies to plumbing, unlike electrical |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment installation or replacement in Ault, administered locally by SAFEbuilt Colorado using the Town's 1997 UBC Table 1-A valuation-based fee schedule.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical plans showing equipment location, duct sizes/locations, and duct termination sizes/locations required as part of the applicable submittal packet
- For a straightforward furnace/air conditioner replacement (no other scope), the Single Stop Projects flat fee applies instead of the valuation table
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (mechanical scope)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Furnace/Air Conditioner (Single Stop Project) | $70.00 | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services, Single Stop Projects Fee Schedule |
| Mechanical Permit Fee — full mechanical scope beyond a single-stop furnace/AC swap | 1997 UBC Table 1-A valuation-based schedule, $23.00 minimum | Applies when mechanical work is part of a broader building permit rather than a standalone furnace/AC replacement |
Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing work in Ault. Billed as a flat 'Single Stop Project' fee rather than the valuation-based table. Governed by 2024 IRC Section R908 re-roofing provisions per SAFEbuilt's Building Guide for Homeowners.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- No more than two (2) layers of roofing are allowed upon completion of installation (2024 IRC R908.3)
- Roof replacement (tear-off to the deck) required where the existing roof is water-soaked/deteriorated, is wood shake/slate/clay/cement/asbestos-cement tile, or already has two or more layers
- A Final Roof inspection is required; mid-roof inspections are NOT required on residential re-roof projects per SAFEbuilt's guide, though the Building Department may require one depending on material/scope
- Homeowner self-installation is permitted
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (re-roof scope)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roof (re-shingle) — Single Stop Project | $60.00 | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services, Single Stop Projects Fee Schedule |
Accessory Structure Permit (incl. Accessory Dwelling / Structures)
VerifiedCovers accessory structures in Ault (garages, sheds, accessory buildings, and similar), reviewed under 2024 IRC Accessory Structures provisions per SAFEbuilt's Building Guide for Homeowners. Ault's own Zoning Code (Title 15, Chapter 03) separately recognizes 'Accessory dwelling (incl. "carriage units")' as a distinct accessory-use category, permitted by right in the Town Residential, Rural Residential, and Agricultural districts (not listed as an allowed use in Commercial/Industrial), counted at .33 units toward a district's maximum density; the building-permit submittal process itself is not ADU-specific, so this entry still covers the closest genuinely-applicable building-permit pathway.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit application and applicable Residential Application Check List submittal items scaled to the accessory structure's size/use
- Structural plans required if the structure includes site-built framing beyond a prefabricated/pre-engineered shed
- Electrical plans required if the structure will be wired
- Zoning eligibility for a habitable accessory dwelling unit ('carriage unit'): by-right use in the Town Residential, Rural Residential, and Agricultural zoning districts per Ault's Zoning Code (Title 15, Chapter 03); not listed as an allowed use in the Commercial or Industrial districts
- For the Town Residential District specifically, accessory buildings require a minimum 5-foot side and rear setback (smaller than the setbacks that apply to principal structures)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application
- Optional2024 IRC Accessory Structures Guide (SAFEbuilt)General homeowner guide to accessory structure code requirements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (1997 UBC Table 1-A valuation-based schedule) | $23.00 minimum, scaling per Exhibit B valuation tiers | No accessory-structure-specific flat fee is published; billed under the general valuation-based table |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of structures within Ault town limits. Billed as a flat 'Single Stop Project' fee.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Completed building permit application describing the structure(s) to be demolished
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (demolition scope)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition — Single Stop Project | $50.00 | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services, Single Stop Projects Fee Schedule; exempt from the valuation-based table |
Commercial Tenant Finish / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for commercial tenant finish and remodel work in Ault. Reviewed by SAFEbuilt Colorado under the 2024 International Codes per the Town's Commercial Tenant Finish/Remodel Plan Submittal Procedure.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit application giving project description, square footage, total project valuation and electrical valuation, use of surrounding spaces, type of construction, and occupancy group
- One electronic set of: architectural plans (stamped by a Colorado-licensed architect or engineer, including floor plan, wall section details, building section, fire-rating details, code summary); structural plans (stamped, if structural changes such as bearing wall removal are involved); electrical plans (stamped; load calculations, one-line diagrams, and fault current analysis required for added circuits/service upgrades/emergency lighting); mechanical/plumbing plans (stamped, if HVAC or plumbing systems are changed)
- For restaurants/commercial kitchens specifically: grease interceptor sizing per adopted Plumbing Code where applicable; fire sprinkler system if serving liquor and over 5,000 sq ft; Type I/Type II hood requirements per equipment; two exits (not through kitchen/storage) for occupant load 50+; Health Department (Weld or Larimer County) approval required before final inspection/Certificate of Occupancy; seating plan for dining areas
- All plan sheets must bear the original seal of a Colorado-licensed architect or engineer unless exempted under section 12-4-112 C.R.S.
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (commercial tenant finish/remodel scope)
- RequiredCommercial Tenant Finish/Remodel Plan Submittal Procedure (SAFEbuilt, 2024 International Codes)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (1997 UBC Table 1-A valuation-based schedule) | $23.00 minimum, scaling per Exhibit B valuation tiers | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services |
| Plan Review Fee — Small Remodel and Commercial Projects | 30% of Building Permit Fee | Per Exhibit B plan review fee schedule |
| Plan Review Fee — Multi-Family and Commercial Projects (larger scope) | 65% of Building Permit Fee | Per Exhibit B; applies to larger commercial projects distinct from small remodels |
Deck / Covered Patio Permit
VerifiedRequired for deck and patio-cover/carport construction in Ault, reviewed under 2024 IRC provisions per SAFEbuilt's Building Guides for Homeowners (separate Decks Guide and Patio Covers/Carports Guide).
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit application describing the deck/patio cover scope
- Plot plan showing distance from the proposed structure to property lines and existing structures
- Structural plans/details for decks and patio covers per the applicable SAFEbuilt homeowner guide
- Patio covers are limited to a maximum height of 12 feet; carports with any side closer than 5 feet to the property line must have that side enclosed with a solid 1-hour fire-rated wall while keeping at least 2 sides open, per the SAFEbuilt Patio Covers/Carports Guide (Zoning Approval also required)
- Decks 30 inches or more above finished grade require a 36-inch guardrail; stairs with 4 or more risers require a handrail, per the SAFEbuilt Decks Guide
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (deck/patio cover scope)
- Optional2024 IRC Decks Guide (SAFEbuilt)
- Optional2024 IRC Patio Covers/Carports Guide (SAFEbuilt)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (1997 UBC Table 1-A valuation-based schedule) | $23.00 minimum, scaling per Exhibit B valuation tiers | No deck/patio-specific flat fee is published; billed under the general valuation-based table |
Furnace / Water Heater Replacement Permit
VerifiedStraightforward like-for-like replacement of a furnace, air conditioner, or water heater in Ault, billed as a flat 'Single Stop Project' fee distinct from the valuation-based table.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Completed building permit application describing the replacement equipment
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (single-stop replacement scope)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Furnace/Air Conditioner — Single Stop Project | $70.00 | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services, Single Stop Projects Fee Schedule |
| Water Heater — Single Stop Project | $60.00 | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services, Single Stop Projects Fee Schedule |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedAult has no separate solar/photovoltaic permit type; rooftop or ground-mounted PV is permitted as a combined Building Permit (structural/racking, 1997 UBC valuation-based table, Exhibit B) and Electrical Permit (State of Colorado Electrical Board fee schedule plus the Town's 15% local surcharge), administered locally by SAFEbuilt Colorado under contract to the Town. As in every Colorado jurisdiction, the combined total of all governmental fees for the installation is capped by state law at $500 for a residential system and $1,000 for a commercial system (C.R.S. § 24-48.5-113, enacted by HB21-1284).
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Building Permit required for the structural/racking portion, reviewed under the Town's adopted code (2023 NEC referenced for electrical work per the SAFEbuilt Residential Application Check List)
- Electrical Permit required for PV wiring/interconnection, billed at the current State of Colorado Electrical Board fee schedule amount plus the Town's 15% local surcharge (the statutory maximum under C.R.S. § 12-23-117(3))
- Electrical contractor must hold a current Colorado State Electrical Board (DORA) license
- By statute (C.R.S. § 24-48.5-113 / HB21-1284), the aggregate of all permit fees and charges imposed by any Colorado governmental body for an active solar energy system installation is capped at $500 residential / $1,000 commercial
- Submit via SAFEbuilt Colorado, the Town's contracted building department
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationFor the structural/racking portion, submitted through SAFEbuilt Colorado
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationFor PV wiring/interconnection, billed at the State Electrical Board rate plus 15% Town surcharge
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Statewide aggregate solar permit fee cap — Residential | $500 (combined Town building + electrical fees) | C.R.S. § 24-48.5-113, enacted by HB21-1284 (2021), extended through Dec. 31, 2029 |
| Statewide aggregate solar permit fee cap — Commercial | $1,000 (combined Town building + electrical fees) | C.R.S. § 24-48.5-113, enacted by HB21-1284 (2021) |
| Building Permit Fee (structural portion) — valuation $1.00 to $500.00 | $23.00 | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services, Town of Ault (last modified 5/19/24), 1997 UBC Table 1-A; no distinct solar/PV line item — subject to the statewide cap above |
| Electrical Permit Fee | Current State of Colorado Electrical Board fee schedule amount, plus 15% local surcharge | Exhibit B — Fee Schedule for Services, Town of Ault; consistent with the maximum 15% surcharge authorized under C.R.S. § 12-23-117(3) |
Sources & verification
Key facts verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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