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Frederick building permits
VerifiedFrederick, Colorado — as published 2026-07-07.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Building Code (IBC) — Town of Frederick Building Codes page2024 International Residential Code (IRC)2024 International Fire Code (IFC)2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC)2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC)2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC)2024 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC)2023 National Electrical Code (NEC)2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (as published by the State of Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control)Colorado Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready CodeAll codes adopted with local amendments per Frederick Municipal Code, Chapter 18 (Buildings and Building Regulations) — Town of Frederick Building Codes page (frederickco.gov/141/Building-Codes)Note on code-cycle currency: the Town's own Residential/New Construction Building Permit Checklist (a submittal-requirements document, not the code-adoption page) still directs energy-code compliance via '2021 IECC Energy Code' (REScheck, energy rating report, or prescriptive HERS documentation), even though the live Building Codes page lists 2024 IECC as currently adopted — this is the same pattern seen in other Colorado jurisdictions in this corpus where a static submittal PDF lags the actively-maintained code-adoption webpage. The 2024 IBC/IRC/IECC/IMC/IPC/IFGC/IEBC/ISPSC/IPMC + 2023 NEC list from the Building Codes page is treated as the current, governing adopted-code list for this file; confirm current code edition directly with the Building Department (720-382-5516) before finalizing a code analysis for any specific project, since the checklist PDF may not yet be updated to match the webpage.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family and townhome construction in the Town of Frederick. Reviewed under the 2024 IRC/IBC as locally adopted, the Town's structural design criteria (115 mph wind, 30 psf ground snow load, 36-inch footing depth, Seismic Design Category B), and energy-code compliance. Issued by the Town of Frederick Building Department; inspections performed by Town staff or CAA (the Town's private inspection partner).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plans must comply with the 2024 IRC/IBC as locally adopted and Frederick's structural design criteria: 115 mph wind speed, 30 psf ground snow load, 36-inch minimum footing depth, Seismic Design Category B
- Soils report from a Colorado-licensed engineer
- Foundation plans stamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer (footings, reinforcing, anchor bolts)
- Structural framing plans (foundation, floor, roof)
- Architectural/floor plans with dimensions, ceiling heights, window/door locations; building elevations for all four sides identifying materials and roof pitches
- NEC-compliant electrical plans; mechanical plans with equipment/duct locations and Manual J/D/S HVAC compliance documentation
- Stamped plot/site plan showing property lines, easements, setbacks, lot coverage, utilities, and grading (minimum 5% downward slope away from the foundation within the first 10 feet); erosion control measures (silt fencing, vehicle tracking pads)
- Energy code compliance documentation (REScheck, energy rating report, or prescriptive HERS documentation per the Town's checklist)
- A large-format (22x34 or 24x36 inch) copy of the approved plan set must be kept on the job site at all times until final inspections pass
- Electrician and plumber performing work must be listed with active, Town-verified Colorado DORA license numbers per the Contemporaneous Review Guidelines
- Water Dedication documentation required for projects located east of I-25
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — New ResidentialTown of Frederick permit application form; property owner, contractor, and subcontractor contact details, project description, valuation
- RequiredResidential/New Construction Building Permit Checklist submittal packageSoils report, foundation plans, structural framing plans, architectural plans/elevations, electrical/mechanical plans, Manual J/D/S documentation, site/grading plan, erosion control plan, energy code compliance
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1.00 to $500 | $35.00 | Town of Frederick Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2026 |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $501 to $2,000 | $35.00 for the first $500, plus $3.72 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, up to and including $2,000 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $2,001 to $25,000 | $90.80 for the first $2,000, plus $17.08 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, up to and including $25,000 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $25,001 to $50,000 | $483.64 for the first $25,000, plus $12.32 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, up to and including $50,000 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $50,001 to $100,000 | $791.64 for the first $50,000, plus $8.54 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, up to and including $100,000 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,001 to $500,000 | $1,218.64 for the first $100,000, plus $6.83 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, up to and including $500,000 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $500,001 to $1,000,000 | $3,950.64 for the first $500,000, plus $5.80 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, up to and including $1,000,000 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1,000,001 and up | $6,850.64 for the first $1,000,000, plus $4.45 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of Building Permit Fee | — |
| Permit fee if work commences before permit issuance | Subject to double the calculated Building Permit fee | — |
| Administrative Fee (based on project valuation) | $20 (under $10,000); $100 ($10,001-$80,000); $150 ($80,000-$150,000); $200 (over $150,000) | — |
| Additional Plan Review (changes/additions/revisions to approved plans) | $200.00 per item | — |
| Inspections outside normal business hours | $120.00/hour (2-hour minimum) | — |
| Re-inspection Fee | $100.00-$120.00 per re-inspection | — |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions and interior remodels to existing single-family and townhome structures in Frederick. Reviewed under the 2024 IRC as locally adopted; scope of required submittal documents scales to the extent of the project per the Town's General Permit and Submittal Requirements pages.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2024 IRC as locally adopted, plus Frederick's structural design criteria where new structural elements are involved (115 mph wind, 30 psf ground snow load, 36-inch footing depth, Seismic Design Category B)
- Complete building permit application describing scope, valuation, and contractor information
- Structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing plans scaled to project scope (full site/foundation/structural plans for additions; lighter documentation for interior-only remodels not affecting structure or egress)
- Electrician and plumber performing any trade work must be listed with active, Town-verified Colorado DORA licenses per the Contemporaneous Review Guidelines
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — GeneralTown of Frederick 'General Construction Permit' application (DocumentCenter/View/11757/Permit-Application-General), submitted via the OpenGov portal. Re-chased 2026-07-23: downloaded and text-extracted this PDF against the New Residential (11759) and New Commercial (11758) application PDFs — all three are the identical 'GENERAL CONSTRUCTION PERMIT' form (same title, same fields including PERMIT TYPE, Bedrooms/Baths/Crawl Space/Deck/Porch/Garage Area, and fee lines); only the filename/landing page differs. Confirms Frederick has ONE universal application covering additions/remodels rather than a separate addition-specific form.
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 2026 Fee Schedule | Town of Frederick Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2026 |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of Building Permit Fee | — |
| Residential Stock/Same Plan Change — Minor Plan Review Fee | $500.00 | — |
| Residential Stock/Same Plan Change — Plan Review Fee | $750.00 | — |
| Additional Plan Review (changes/revisions) | $200.00 per item | — |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, alteration, or repair of electrical systems in Frederick. Governed by the 2023 NEC as locally adopted. Issued by the Town of Frederick Building Department (not deferred to the state board for issuance), but the listed electrician's Colorado DORA electrical/contractor license is contemporaneously verified per the Town's Electrician License Contemporaneous Review Guidelines (citing CRS 12-23-116).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as locally adopted by the Town of Frederick
- Electrician and license number must be listed on the permit application at time of submittal; permit will not be processed until listed
- Town of Frederick (or CAA on its behalf) verifies the listed electrician's active Colorado DORA contractor and electrical license via the state's online License Lookup before the permit is processed
- If the electrician changes during construction, the new electrician's name/license must be provided and re-verified; work can be stopped if not verified
- At inspection, the inspector may at their discretion verify the identity of the electrician who performed the work and fail the inspection if unable to confirm
- Contractor must also hold a Town of Frederick contractor license (Class E) in addition to the Colorado state Master Electrician/Electrical Contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — General (Electrical scope)Submitted via the Town of Frederick OpenGov portal; must list electrician name and Colorado DORA license number
- RequiredTown of Frederick Contractor License (Class E)Required in addition to the Colorado DORA Master Electrician/Electrical Contractor license
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Service upgrade, 200A max | $100.00 | Town of Frederick Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2026 |
| 200A or less Temporary Electrical Service/Construction Meter | $150.00 | — |
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, for electrical work billed under the general Building Permit schedule where not a listed flat fee) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the 2026 Fee Schedule | — |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
| Re-inspection Fee | $100.00-$120.00 per re-inspection | — |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems in Frederick. Governed by the 2024 IPC as locally adopted. Issued by the Town of Frederick Building Department (not deferred to the state board for issuance), but the listed plumber's Colorado DORA license is contemporaneously verified per the Town's Plumber License Contemporaneous Review Guidelines (citing CRS 12-155-120(1) and HB19-1086).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2024 IPC as locally adopted by the Town of Frederick
- Plumber and license number must be listed on the permit application at time of submittal; permit will not be processed until listed
- Town of Frederick (or CAA on its behalf) verifies the listed plumber's active Colorado DORA contractor and plumbing license via the state's online License Lookup before the permit is processed
- If the plumber changes during construction, the new plumber's name/license must be provided and re-verified; work can be stopped if not verified
- At inspection, the inspector may at their discretion verify the identity of the plumber who performed the work and fail the inspection if unable to confirm
- Contractor must also hold a Town of Frederick contractor license (Class P) in addition to the Colorado state Master Plumber/Plumbing Contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — General (Plumbing scope)Submitted via the Town of Frederick OpenGov portal; must list plumber name and Colorado DORA license number
- RequiredTown of Frederick Contractor License (Class P)Required in addition to the Colorado DORA Master Plumber/Plumbing Contractor license
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential 'Like for Like' Water Heater | $200.00 | Town of Frederick Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2026 |
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, for plumbing work billed under the general Building Permit schedule where not a listed flat fee) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the 2026 Fee Schedule | — |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
| Re-inspection Fee | $100.00-$120.00 per re-inspection | — |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment installation or replacement in Frederick. Governed by the 2024 IMC and 2024 IFGC as locally adopted. Issued by the Town of Frederick Building Department.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2024 IMC and 2024 IFGC as locally adopted by the Town of Frederick
- Mechanical plans required for new construction and additions, showing equipment and duct locations plus Manual J/D/S HVAC compliance documentation
- All contractors must hold a current Town of Frederick contractor license; applicable Colorado state trade licensure where required
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — General (Mechanical scope)Submitted via the Town of Frederick OpenGov portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential AC/Furnace/Evaporative Cooler | $200.00 | Town of Frederick Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2026 |
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, for mechanical work billed under the general Building Permit schedule where not a listed flat fee) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the 2026 Fee Schedule | — |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
| Re-inspection Fee | $100.00-$120.00 per re-inspection | — |
Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing work in the Town of Frederick. Governed by the 2024 IRC/IBC as locally adopted. The Town's own submittal/fee pages do not carry a distinct, itemized re-roof fee or checklist separate from the general Building Permit process; billed under the general valuation-based schedule absent a listed flat fee.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2024 IRC/IBC as locally adopted by the Town of Frederick
- Roofing material and installation must comply with applicable wind (115 mph) and snow load (30 psf) design criteria
- Contractor must hold a current Town of Frederick contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — General (Re-Roof scope)Submitted via the Town of Frederick OpenGov portal, using the Town's single universal 'GENERAL CONSTRUCTION PERMIT' application (DocumentCenter/View/11757/Permit-Application-General). Re-chased 2026-07-23: confirmed this form is text-identical to the New Residential and New Commercial application PDFs — Frederick issues one form for all scopes, distinguished by a free-text PERMIT TYPE field, not a separate re-roof-specific form.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based; no distinct flat re-roof fee found in the 2026 Fee Schedule) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the 2026 Fee Schedule | The Town's Fee Schedule does not list a separate flat re-roof line item; billed under the general Building Permit Fee valuation table. Re-confirmed 2026-07-23 against a visual read of the live Fee Schedule PDF's full flat-fee table (page 8) — re-roof is not among the 16 listed flat/hourly items (AC/Furnace, water heater, service upgrade, backflow, demolition, foundation-only, TCO, temp electrical, temp/accessory structure, block & tie, stock plan review x2, solar x2, administrative fee). |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
| Re-inspection Fee | $100.00-$120.00 per re-inspection | — |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for solar photovoltaic system installations in Frederick, whether roof-mounted or ground-mounted. Governed by the IRC, NEC Articles 690 and 705, and IBC Chapter 16 as locally adopted, per the Town's dedicated Solar Submittal Requirements page.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- A Colorado-licensed professional engineer's seal and signature required for ALL non-residential PV installations; for single-family/duplex, required only if the system exceeds 10 kW or includes battery/generator backup
- Two complete submittal sets required, including: manufacturer's cut sheets/listing info for PV equipment and inverters; a one-line diagram showing conductor sizes, insulation types, conduit dimensions, breaker/fuse ratings, inverter specs, AC/DC disconnect ratings, and module Isc/Voc; mounting details (with structural engineer calculations if not flush-mounted); ampacity calculations per NEC 690.8 with temperature derating; system voltage compliance documentation; equipment grounding conductor sizing per NEC; a service equipment location drawing; NEC-required safety signage details; NEC 690.12 rapid-shutdown compliance documentation
- A stamped structural engineering letter verifying structural adequacy is required for ALL solar projects
- A qualified person must be present at inspection: residential systems 200A or less — licensed master/journeyman electrician, residential wireman, or NABCEP-certified solar installer; residential over 200A or any commercial system — licensed master or journeyman electrician only
- A framing inspection is additionally required when structural roof enhancements are made; customer must provide a ladder for roof-mounted system inspections
- Rapid shutdown system must be tested at final electrical inspection with the inspector present (NABCEP-certified installers may test the DC-side rapid shutdown system)
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — General (Solar PV scope)Submitted via the Town of Frederick OpenGov portal
- RequiredSolar PV Submittal Package (two complete sets)Equipment cut sheets, one-line diagram, mounting details, ampacity calculations, voltage compliance, grounding verification, service equipment drawing, signage details, rapid-shutdown documentation, structural engineering letter
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Solar Device | $500.00 | Town of Frederick Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2026 |
| Commercial Solar Device | $1,000.00 | — |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of Permit Fee (per general Building Permit Fee schedule; the Solar Submittal Requirements page itself states no permit fees) | Fee sourced from the general 2026 Fee Schedule's flat solar device line items, not the Solar Submittal Requirements page (which does not itself state a fee amount) |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of a residential or commercial electric vehicle charging station (EVSE) in Frederick. Governed by the 2023 NEC as locally adopted. The Town's Fee Schedule has no distinct 'EV charger' or 'EVSE' line item — a standalone EVSE circuit is billed under the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee table (Chapter 18) as electrical work, the same treatment applied to standalone electrical scope not covered by the schedule's narrow flat-fee items (e.g., a 200A-max residential service upgrade, which is a separate $100 flat fee if the EVSE installation requires one).
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as locally adopted by the Town of Frederick
- Electrician and Colorado DORA license number must be listed on the permit application at time of submittal; permit will not be processed until listed
- Contractor must also hold a Town of Frederick contractor license (Class E) in addition to the Colorado state Master Electrician/Electrical Contractor license
- If the EVSE installation also requires a panel or service upgrade to support the added load, that is billed as a separate flat-fee line item (Residential Service upgrade, 200A max)
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — General (Electrical scope)Submitted via the Town of Frederick OpenGov portal; must list electrician name and Colorado DORA license number. No EV-specific application form was found published separately from the standard electrical permit application.
- RequiredTown of Frederick Contractor License (Class E)Required in addition to the Colorado DORA Master Electrician/Electrical Contractor license
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Chapter 18) — standalone EVSE circuit | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the 2026 Fee Schedule (e.g., $90.80 for the first $2,000 of valuation plus $17.08 per additional $1,000 up to $25,000) | Town of Frederick 2026 Fee Schedule, Chapter 18 - Building Permit Fees. No EV-specific line item is published; a standalone EVSE circuit is billed under this general valuation-based schedule, the same treatment applied to other standalone electrical scope. |
| Residential Service upgrade, 200A max (if EVSE install requires a panel/service upgrade) | $100.00 | Town of Frederick 2026 Fee Schedule flat fee, applies only if the EVSE installation also requires a 200A-or-less residential service upgrade. |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of Building Permit Fee | Town of Frederick 2026 Fee Schedule. |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of structures in the Town of Frederick. Requires compliance with Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) asbestos regulations, linked directly from the Town's Demolition submittal page.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Compliance with CDPHE asbestos regulations (asbestos testing/abatement as applicable) prior to demolition
- Separate submittal tracks referenced for commercial demolition versus single/multi-family residential demolition
- Contractor must hold a current Town of Frederick contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — General (Demolition scope)Submitted via the Town of Frederick OpenGov portal
- RequiredAsbestos documentationPer CDPHE Asbestos General Information requirements, linked from the Town's Demolition page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition of Structure | $200.00 | Town of Frederick 2026 Fee Schedule (effective January 1, 2026), 'Building Permit Flat and/or Hourly Fees' table, page 8: 'Demolition of Structure — $200.00.' GAP CLOSED 2026-07-23: the prior chase's pdftotext -layout extraction column-shifted this two-column table, splitting the 'Demolition of Structure' row label from its adjacent '$200.00' value onto different text lines and making the figure appear missing. Re-chased by rendering the live Fee Schedule PDF (frederickco.gov/DocumentCenter/View/32684/2026-Fee-Schedule) page 8 to a 200dpi PNG and reading the table visually: the row reads 'Demolition of Structure | $200.00' directly beneath 'Residential Lawn Sprinkler Backflow device | $100.00' and above 'Foundation Only Permit Fee.' |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Commercial Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new commercial construction and tenant improvements in the Town of Frederick. Reviewed under the 2024 IBC as locally adopted, with all discipline-specific plans wet-stamped by the applicable Colorado-licensed design professional. The Town's own submittal checklist does not explicitly differentiate tenant improvement scope from new commercial construction; TI projects are expected to submit a scaled-down version of the same document set (typically without new site/civil/grading/utility-connection plans).
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Completely filled-out building permit application: job address, owner/contractor information, work description, valuation, and utility details
- Site and civil plans (for new construction; typically not required for interior-only tenant improvements): property lines, setbacks, drainage plans with 2-foot contour increments, erosion control measures, utility connections, parking layouts
- Architectural sheets: floor plans, cross-sections, door/window schedules, accessibility compliance per ANSI 117.1/ADA/FHA, fire-resistive construction details with UL listing numbers
- Structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical plans with detailed specifications, equipment schedules, and sizing calculations
- All plans must be wet-stamped and signed by a Colorado State Licensed professional in the applicable discipline
- Fire protection plans (fire alarm/sprinkler) must be submitted separately to the Frederick Fire Department, not the Building Department
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — New CommercialTown of Frederick permit application for commercial projects and tenant improvements
- RequiredAll Commercial submittal packageSite/civil plans (new construction), architectural sheets, structural/mechanical/plumbing/electrical plans, all wet-stamped by Colorado-licensed professionals. Re-chased 2026-07-23: pulled the full live checklist text from frederickco.gov/108/All-Commercial (titled 'Commercial and Multi-Family Plans Submittal Check List'), which requires the Building Permit Application to record 'Class of work - New, addition, alteration, repair, move, other' — confirming ONE unified checklist covers new commercial construction and tenant improvements/alterations alike, scaled by the applicant's stated class of work rather than a separate TI-specific document track.
- RequiredGeneral Construction Permit application (PDF)DocumentCenter/View/11758/Permit-Application-New-Commercial — confirmed 2026-07-23 to be the same 'GENERAL CONSTRUCTION PERMIT' form (identical fields) as the New Residential (11759) and General (11757) applications; distinguishes scope via a free-text PERMIT TYPE field and Building/Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical checkboxes rather than a separate TI form.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (same valuation-based schedule as residential) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the 2026 Fee Schedule | Town of Frederick Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2026 — no separate commercial-only valuation table found; same table used for all Building Permit Fees |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of Building Permit Fee | — |
| Additional Plan Review (changes/revisions) | $200.00 per item | — |
| Non-residential Transportation (Road) Impact Fee | $11.11/sq ft Retail & Commercial; $9.09/sq ft Office; $4.23/sq ft Public & Institutional; $4.10/sq ft Industrial; $1.14/sq ft Warehouse | 2026 Fee Schedule — figures listed by use category; confirm exact category mapping to your project with the Building Department |
| Construction Plan Review only | $1,000.00 | — |
Deck / Covered Patio Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of decks and covered patios attached to residential structures in Frederick. Governed by the 2024 IRC as locally adopted; billed under the general residential Building Permit process absent a dedicated deck-specific checklist or flat fee in the Town's published materials.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2024 IRC as locally adopted by the Town of Frederick, including footing depth (36-inch minimum) and structural attachment requirements
- Structural plans showing footings, framing, ledger attachment (if attached to the primary structure), and guardrail/stair details where applicable
- Contractor must hold a current Town of Frederick contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — General (Deck/Patio scope)Submitted via the Town of Frederick OpenGov portal, using the Town's single universal 'GENERAL CONSTRUCTION PERMIT' application (DocumentCenter/View/11757/Permit-Application-General). Re-chased 2026-07-23: this exact form has a dedicated 'Deck' field printed alongside Bedrooms/Baths/Crawl Space/Porch/Garage Area — direct confirmation that decks are a recognized project attribute on Frederick's standard application rather than requiring a separate deck-specific form.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based; no distinct flat deck/patio fee found in the 2026 Fee Schedule) | $35.00 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the 2026 Fee Schedule | No standalone deck/covered-patio line item was found in the Fee Schedule; billed under the general Building Permit Fee valuation table |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of Permit Fee | — |
Furnace / Water Heater Replacement Permit
VerifiedDistinct flat-fee permit categories published by the Town of Frederick for straightforward residential equipment replacement: AC/Furnace/Evaporative Cooler replacement and 'like-for-like' water heater replacement, each billed separately from the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee schedule.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Residential AC/Furnace/Evaporative Cooler replacement and 'like-for-like' Water Heater replacement are each treated as a distinct flat-fee item in the Town's 2026 Fee Schedule, separate from the mechanical/plumbing valuation-based schedule
- Electrician/plumber contemporaneous license verification applies if the replacement involves licensed trade work (per the Electrician/Plumber Contemporaneous Review Guidelines)
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application — General (Equipment Replacement scope)Submitted via the Town of Frederick OpenGov portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential AC/Furnace/Evaporative Cooler | $200.00 | Town of Frederick Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2026 |
| Residential 'Like for Like' Water Heater | $200.00 | — |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-23.
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