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Johnstown building permits
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Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction / Any New Structure)
VerifiedRequired for any new residential structure or addition in Johnstown. Categorized as 'Residential New' under the Town's 'Review Required' permit category, reviewed under the 2024 IBC/IRC as locally amended (per the Town's own Building Codes page) by the Building Division, operated under contract by ProCode Inc./SAFEbuilt.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Any new structure requires a permit, per the Town's Building Permits requirements page ('Any new structure or addition')
- Plans must comply with the 2024 IBC/IRC as adopted, including the Town's Design Criteria (30 psf ground snow load, 115 mph wind design speed, Seismic Design Category B, 30-inch frost line, required ice barrier underlayment)
- Categorized as 'Residential New' under the Town's 'Review Required' permit types (Building Permit Fees page)
- All contractors must hold a current Town of Johnstown Contractor License (AEC category) in addition to any state trade license, and be listed on the permit before issuance
- Applications submitted electronically (PDF format) through the eTRAKiT Self-Service Portal
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (eTRAKiT)Submitted via the Town's eTRAKiT online Self-Service Portal
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFull plan set showing compliance with the 2024 IBC/IRC and the Town's Design Criteria (snow, wind, seismic, frost line)
- RequiredSite PlanProperty lines, setbacks, and existing/proposed structures
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee — valuation $1 to $500 | $23.50 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, adopted 1/5/2026, p.19 |
| IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee — valuation $2,000 to $25,000 | $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per $1,000 of value | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee Table, p.19, $2,000-$25,000 row (base 69.25, $14.00 per $1,000 of value) |
| IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,000 to $500,000 | $993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60 per $1,000 of value | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee Table, p.19, $100,000-$500,000 row (base 993.75, $5.60 per $1,000 of value) |
| IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee — valuation $1,000,000+ | $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 per $1,000 of value | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee Table, p.19, $1,000,000+ row (base 5,608.75, $3.65 per $1,000 of value) |
| Building Plan Submittal/Review Fee — Residential | 30% of Permit Fee | Distinct from the Non-residential rate of 65% of Permit Fee |
| Residential new home or new stock plan review | $500.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Building Plan Submittal/Review Fees, p.19, "Residential - new home or new stock plan review" |
| Johnstown Use Tax | 3.50% of construction materials, collected at permit issuance | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Development and Other Fees, p.19, "Johnstown Use Tax 3.50%"; the construction-materials base and collection at permit issuance come from the Town of Johnstown Building Permits page |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit (including Basement Finish)
VerifiedRequired for additions, basement finishes, and interior remodels in Johnstown. Covers 'the addition of a space not previously built in a residential building or property' (bedrooms, bathrooms, lofts, walls, gas lines) and 'a full or partial finish of a residential unfinished basement.' Reviewed under the 2024 IRC as adopted; categorized as 'Residential Alterations/Additions' under the Town's 'Review Required' permit category.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for additions (bedrooms, bathrooms, lofts, walls, gas lines) and for full or partial basement finishes, per the Town's Addition and Basement Finish project pages
- Decks, covered/enclosed porches, pergolas, and stairs require a permit
- All submissions must be in electronic (PDF) format
- Required information: building owner name/contact info, owner's address (if different from job site), building/unit/lot number for multi-unit properties, and a drawing of the proposed work
- All contractors must hold a current Town of Johnstown Contractor License and be listed on the permit
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (eTRAKiT)Electronic PDF submission via eTRAKiT
- RequiredDrawing of Proposed WorkShowing the addition/remodel/basement-finish scope
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee (same valuation-based table as new construction) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121 |
| Building Plan Submittal/Review Fee — Residential, new stock home/basement/alteration | $50.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Building Plan Submittal/Review Fees, p.19, "Residential - new stock home, basement, alteration" |
| Building Plan Submittal/Review Fee — Residential addition, detached garage, shed, etc. | $100.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Building Plan Submittal/Review Fees, p.19, "Residential - addition, detached garage, shed, etc" |
| Building Plan Submittal/Review Fee — Residential miscellaneous, deck, arbor | $20.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Building Plan Submittal/Review Fees, p.19, "Residential - misellaneous, deck, arbor" (spelling as published) |
| Plan resubmittal fee | $50.00 | 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Building Plan Submittal/Review Fees — Plan resubmittal fee at $50.00. The $20.00 previously recorded is the row above it, “Residential - misellaneous, deck, arbor” (the misspelling is the schedule's own). |
| Building Re-inspection, After Hours, Plan Resubmittal | $47.00 per hour | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Inspection & Miscellaneous Fees, p.20, "Building Re-inspection, After Hours, Plan Resubmittal (per hour)" |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for repairing/replacing an existing electrical service or panel (General Permit) or installing a new electrical service or panel (New Service Permit) in Johnstown. Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by the Town.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- General Permit required for repairing or replacing an existing electrical service and/or panel; New Service Permit required for installing a new electrical service and/or panel
- Electrical contractors must be licensed/registered with the Town of Johnstown, in addition to any state licensure
- Required information: building owner name/contact info, owner's address if different from job site, building/unit/lot number for multi-unit properties, and licensed/registered electrical contractor info OR proof of ownership for homeowner-performed work
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (eTRAKiT)Submitted electronically via eTRAKiT
- RequiredTown of Johnstown Contractor LicenseRequired for the performing electrical contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Fee — Residential Living Space, ≤1,000 sq ft | $77.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, p.19 |
| Electrical Fee — Residential Living Space, 1,001-1,500 sq ft | $116.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Electrical Fees, p.19, Residential Living Space table, 1,001-1,500 sq ft row (base 116.00, additional fee n/a) |
| Electrical Fee — Residential Living Space, 1,501-2,000 sq ft | $155.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Electrical Fees, p.19, Residential Living Space table, 1,501-2,000 sq ft row (base 155.00, additional fee n/a) |
| Electrical Fee — Residential Living Space, 2,001+ sq ft | $155.00 base plus $6.00 per 100 square feet | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Electrical Fees, p.19, Residential Living Space table, 2,001+ sq ft row (base 155.00, $6.00 per 100 square feet) |
| Electrical Fee — Commercial, Solar & Non-living Residential spaces, valuation ≤$2,000 | $77.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Electrical Fees, p.19, Commercial, Solar & Non-living Residential spaces table, valuation ≤$2,000 row (base 77.00, additional fee n/a) |
| Electrical Fee — Commercial, Solar & Non-living Residential spaces, valuation ≥$2,000 | $77.00 base plus $6.00 per $1,000 of value | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Electrical Fees, p.19, Commercial, Solar & Non-living Residential spaces table, valuation ≥$2,000 row (base 77.00, $6.00 per $1,000 of value) |
| Meter (temporary & permanent), each | $38.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Electrical Fees, p.19, "Meter (temporary & permanent) - each" |
| Electrical Re-inspection | $50.00 per hour | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Inspection & Miscellaneous Fees, p.20, "Electrical Re-inspection (per hour)" |
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedJohnstown has no dedicated EV charger/EVSE fee line or standalone permit category on either its Electrical permit page or the 2026 Fee Schedule. EV charger (Level 2 or DC fast charging equipment) circuit installation is electrical work governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by the Town and billed under the same area-based (residential) or valuation-based (commercial) Electrical Permit fee tables used for any other electrical service work. Johnstown's population (approximately 22,300 as of 2025, one of Colorado's fastest-growing towns) is well above the 10,000-resident municipal threshold that triggers Colorado HB24-1173's requirement to adopt a standardized/expedited EV charging system permitting program (adoption deadline December 31, 2025). Neither the Town's Electrical permit page nor its Building Codes page mentions HB24-1173, EV chargers, or a distinct EV permitting standard — consistent with the Town having elected HB24-1173's third compliance option (continuing its existing general permitting process) rather than adopting the Colorado Energy Office's model code or publishing new EV-specific standards, though this has not been explicitly confirmed by the Town.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required (General Permit for repair/replace of an existing service/panel, or New Service Permit for a new service/panel) for EV charger circuit installation, per the Town's standard Electrical permit process
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by the Town, including NEC Article 625 (Electric Vehicle Charging System) provisions
- Electrical contractor must hold a Town of Johnstown Contractor License (AEC category) in addition to Colorado state electrical licensure
- Applied for electronically via eTRAKiT
- Johnstown's population (over 10,000) places it within the scope of Colorado HB24-1173, which requires the Town to have adopted either the Colorado Energy Office's model EV charger permitting code, its own objective EV-specific standards with a 3-business-day decision-notification requirement, or to continue its existing permitting process, by December 31, 2025 — no Town publication confirms which option was selected
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (eTRAKiT)Submitted electronically via eTRAKiT; no EV-specific application form is published separately
- RequiredTown of Johnstown Contractor LicenseRequired for the performing electrical contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Fee — Residential Living Space, ≤1,000 sq ft | $77.00 | No distinct EV charger/EVSE fee line exists; a residential EV charger circuit is billed under the same area-based residential electrical fee table used for other electrical work. Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, p.19. |
| Electrical Fee — Commercial, Solar & Non-living Residential spaces, valuation ≤$2,000 | $77.00 | Applies if the EV charging equipment is installed at a commercial property or non-living residential space (e.g., a garage), billed on the valuation-based commercial/solar fee table. |
| Meter (temporary & permanent), each | $38.00 | Applies if a new or upgraded meter is required for the EV charger's electrical service. Show full citationHideApplies if a new or upgraded meter is required for the EV charger's electrical service. Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule (Exhibit A, adopted 1/5/2026), Chapter 18 Sec. 18-121 'Electrical Fees': Meter (temporary & permanent) $38.00; Commercial/Solar/Non-living Residential spaces base fee $77.00 (valuation ≤$2,000); Residential Living Space base fee $77.00 (≤1,000 sq ft). |
Plumbing Permit (Water/Sewer Line Upgrade, Water Heater)
VerifiedRequired for water or sewer line upgrades and for water heater/boiler installation or replacement in Johnstown. Governed by the 2024 IPC as adopted by the Town (per the Building Codes landing page); individual plumbing-adjacent project pages still cite the superseded 2018 IPC in their footer.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Water or Sewer Line Upgrade permit required for upgrading water or sewer lines
- Water Heater permit required for 'installing or replacing a water heater or boiler in a residential or commercial building'
- Plumbing contractor must be licensed/registered with the Town of Johnstown, or proof of ownership/primary-residence occupancy required for homeowner-performed residential work
- Required information for water heater permits: water heater gallon capacity or boiler BTU rating, building owner name/contact info
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit Application (eTRAKiT)Submitted electronically via eTRAKiT
- RequiredTown of Johnstown Contractor LicenseRequired for the performing plumbing contractor unless the applicant is the homeowner performing work on their primary residence
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Backflow Preventer | $50.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, p.20 |
| Water or Sewer Reinspection Fee | $50.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Inspection & Miscellaneous Fees, p.20, "Water or Sewer Reinspection Fee" |
| Building sewer permit — Residential | $100.00 | Referenced via the Building Permit Fees page's Tap/inspection fee listing; distinct from the general IBC/IRC valuation table |
| Building sewer permit — Commercial | $500.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 13, Sec. 13-45 Sanitary sewers, building sewers and connections, "Building sewer permits: Commercial", p.7; the Residential counterpart is $100.00 |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit (Furnace, Air Conditioning, Fireplace)
VerifiedRequired for furnace, air conditioning, and fireplace installation or replacement in Johnstown. Governed by the 2024 IMC/IFGC as adopted (per the Building Codes landing page).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Furnace permit required for 'installing or replacing a furnace in a residential or commercial building'
- Air Conditioning permit required for AC installation/replacement
- Fireplace permit required for new/replacement fireplace installation, per the Town's Building Permits requirements page
- Furnace and Air Conditioning permits require licensed/registered mechanical and electrical contractor information
- Furnace permit application must state the furnace capacity in BTUs
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit Application (eTRAKiT)Submitted electronically via eTRAKiT
- RequiredTown of Johnstown Contractor LicenseRequired for the performing mechanical and electrical contractors
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building/Mechanical Permit Fee (general IBC/IRC valuation table) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per valuation tiers | No separate flat-fee mechanical schedule was found published in the 2026 Fee Schedule; billed under the same valuation table as building permits generally |
| Building Re-inspection, After Hours, Plan Resubmittal | $47.00 per hour | 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Inspection & Miscellaneous Fees — Building Re-inspection, After Hours, Plan Resubmittal at $47.00 per hour. |
Roofing Permit (Reroof)
VerifiedRequired for replacing a roof covering over 200 square feet on a residential building in Johnstown. Categorized as 'Review Not Required' on the Building Permit Fees page, but the Town's dedicated Roofing project page separately publishes a specific processing turnaround.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for 'replacing a roof covering over 200 square feet of a residential building,' per the Town's Roofing permit page and Building Permits requirements page
- Required application information: roof covering material type, underlayment type, and number of squares being replaced
- All submissions must be in electronic (PDF) format
Required documents
- RequiredRoofing Permit Application (eTRAKiT)Submitted electronically via eTRAKiT, specifying roofing material, underlayment type, and squares of coverage
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (general IBC/IRC valuation table) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per valuation tiers | No separate flat-fee roofing schedule was found published in the 2026 Fee Schedule |
| Building Re-inspection, After Hours, Plan Resubmittal | $47.00 per hour | 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Inspection & Miscellaneous Fees — Building Re-inspection, After Hours, Plan Resubmittal at $47.00 per hour. |
Residential Solar Permit
VerifiedRequired for new solar panel installation in Johnstown. Unlike most standalone electrical/mechanical trade permits, Residential Solar carries the same longer 14-business-day turnaround as additions and basement finishes, plus a distinct three-inspection electrical sequence.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for new solar panels, per the Town's Residential Solar permit page and Building Permits requirements page
- Required documents: photovoltaic system specifications, site plan showing installation location, signed solar contractor agreement, and a structural engineering letter if roof-mounted
- All submissions must be in electronic (PDF) format
Required documents
- RequiredSolar Permit Application (eTRAKiT)Submitted electronically via eTRAKiT
- RequiredSite PlanShowing PV installation location
- RequiredSigned Solar Contractor Agreement
- OptionalStructural Engineering LetterRequired if the system is roof-mounted
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Fee — Commercial, Solar & Non-living Residential spaces, valuation ≤$2,000 | $77.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, p.19; Solar is explicitly grouped with Commercial/Non-living Residential in this valuation-based electrical fee table, not the area-based residential-living-space table |
| Electrical Fee — Commercial, Solar & Non-living Residential spaces, valuation ≥$2,000 | $77.00 base plus $6.00 per $1,000 of value | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Electrical Fees, p.19, Commercial, Solar & Non-living Residential spaces table, valuation ≥$2,000 row (base 77.00, $6.00 per $1,000 of value) |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any structure or a portion thereof in Johnstown, per the Town's Building Permits requirements page. No dedicated demolition project page, fee line item, or review timeline is published by the Town beyond the general permit-required listing.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- 'Demolition of any structure or a portion thereof' requires a permit, per the Town's Building Permits requirements page
- All contractors must hold a current Town of Johnstown Contractor License
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit Application (eTRAKiT)Submitted electronically via eTRAKiT
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (general IBC/IRC valuation table) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per valuation tiers | No demolition-specific flat fee was found published in the Town's 2026 Fee Schedule; billed under the same valuation table as other building permits |
Fence / Retaining Wall Permit
VerifiedRequired for commercial fences and for retaining walls more than 2 feet above ground level in Johnstown. No dedicated project page, fee line item, or review timeline beyond the general permit-required listing was found published.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- 'Commercial Fence' requires a permit, per the Town's Building Permits requirements page
- 'Retaining wall more than 2 feet above ground level' requires a permit
- No residential-fence-specific permit requirement (by height or location) was found published on johnstownco.gov as of the last verification — only commercial fences are explicitly named
Required documents
- RequiredFence/Retaining Wall Permit Application (eTRAKiT)Submitted electronically via eTRAKiT
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (general IBC/IRC valuation table) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per valuation tiers | No fence/retaining-wall-specific flat fee was found published in the Town's 2026 Fee Schedule |
Commercial Building Permit (New Commercial Construction)
VerifiedRequired for construction of a new commercial building in Johnstown. The Town's Building Permit Fees page defines it directly: 'A Commercial New permit is defined as the construction of a new building from the ground up.' One of five 'Review Required' permit categories, reviewed under the 2024 IBC as adopted (Ordinance No. 2025-274) by the Town's Building Division, operated under contract by ProCode Inc./SAFEbuilt. The Town runs a single unified Building Division for all parcels regardless of whether they sit on the Weld County or Larimer County side of town — only the county use-tax line item differs by parcel location.
Verified 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- 'Any new structure or addition' requires a permit, per the Town's Building Permits requirements page; 'Commercial New' is a named 'Review Required' category on the Building Permit Fees page
- Plans must comply with the 2024 IBC and companion codes as adopted (Ordinance No. 2025-274), including the Town's Design Criteria (30 psf ground snow load, 115 mph wind design speed, Seismic Design Category B, 30-inch frost line)
- All contractors must hold a current Town of Johnstown Contractor License (AEC category, $100/year) in addition to any state trade license
- Permits for new commercial construction cannot be initiated online — the Building Department page states: 'Note that permits for new commercial construction cannot be initiated online at this time' (all other permit types go through eTRAKiT)
- Contractors are limited to no more than five (5) application submittals per day, per the Building Permits page
- The permit must be obtained before purchasing construction materials — the Town collects its 3.5% use tax on materials at permit issuance
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Building Permit ApplicationNew commercial construction cannot be initiated through the eTRAKiT portal — contact the Building Division (BuildingPermits@JohnstownCO.gov / 970-578-9608) to initiate; other permit types are eTRAKiT-only
- RequiredConstruction Drawings (electronic PDF)Full plan set demonstrating compliance with the 2024 IBC as adopted and the Town's published Design Criteria
- RequiredSite PlanProperty lines, setbacks, utilities, and proposed structure; Planning Final and Public Works Final are separate Town-performed inspections at project end
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| IBC Building Permit Fee — valuation $1 to $500 | $23.50 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121 (adopted 1/5/2026), p.19 |
| IBC Building Permit Fee — valuation $25,000 to $50,000 | $391.25 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 per $1,000 of value | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee Table, p.19, $25,000-$50,000 row (base 391.25, $10.10 per $1,000 of value) |
| IBC Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,000 to $500,000 | $993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60 per $1,000 of value | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee Table, p.19, $100,000-$500,000 row (base 993.75, $5.60 per $1,000 of value) |
| IBC Building Permit Fee — valuation $500,000 to $1,000,000 | $3,233.75 for the first $500,000 plus $4.75 per $1,000 of value | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee Table, p.19, $500,000-$1,000,000 row (base 3,233.75, $4.75 per $1,000 of value) |
| IBC Building Permit Fee — valuation $1,000,000+ | $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 per $1,000 of value | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee Table, p.19, $1,000,000+ row (base 5,608.75, $3.65 per $1,000 of value) |
| Building Plan Submittal/Review Fee — Non-residential | 65% of Permit Fee | More than double the 30% residential rate; 2026 Fee Schedule, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121 |
| Commercial Electrical Fee (valuation-based) | $77.00 base (valuation ≤$2,000); $77.00 plus $6.00 per $1,000 of value (valuation ≥$2,000) | Commercial, Solar & Non-living Residential spaces table; plus $38.00 per meter (temporary and permanent each) |
| Johnstown Use Tax | 3.50% of construction materials, collected at permit issuance | A separate Larimer County use-tax line item applies instead/additionally for parcels on the Larimer County side of town — the Building Permit Fees page directs location-based fee questions to BuildingPermits@JohnstownCO.gov |
| Commercial New additional fees (utility/impact) | Varies by project — per the adopted Fee Schedule | The Building Permit Fees page lists these additional Commercial New fee types: Backflow Preventer Inspection, Regional Park Fee, Electrical Temporary Meter, Electrical Permanent Meter, Raw Water… Show full citationHideThe Building Permit Fees page lists these additional Commercial New fee types: Backflow Preventer Inspection, Regional Park Fee, Electrical Temporary Meter, Electrical Permanent Meter, Raw Water Development, Water Meter, Water Tap, Sewer Tap, Commercial Sewer Inspection, and development impact fees. Amounts sit in other chapters of the 2026 Fee Schedule and depend on meter size/use type — not restated here to avoid transcription of size-dependent tables |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (6 month expiration) | $600.00 | 2026 Fee Schedule, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, p.20 |
| Penalty — work started before permit issuance | Fees doubled | 'Fees will be doubled if construction begins before a building permit has been issued' — 2026 Fee Schedule, Chapter 18, p.19 |
Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit (Tenant Finish / Commercial Alterations)
VerifiedRequired for tenant finish and alteration work in existing commercial buildings in Johnstown. The Town's own Building Permits page names 'Commercial tenant finish' as an explicitly permit-required work type, and its Building Permit Fees page maintains a distinct 'Commercial Alterations/Additions' review category, defined as 'the alteration or addition of an existing commercial structure' — the category under which tenant finish is processed. 'Change of Use of a commercial space, or a home to a business/commercial space' also independently triggers a permit. Distinct from Commercial New in its fee stack (no tap/impact/park fees) though it shares the same valuation-based permit fee table and 65% plan-review rate.
Verified 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- 'Commercial tenant finish' is explicitly listed as requiring a permit on the Town's Building Permits requirements page
- 'Change of Use of a commercial space, or a home to a business/commercial space' separately requires a permit even without construction, per the same page
- Processed under the 'Commercial Alterations/Additions' review-required category ('the alteration or addition of an existing commercial structure'), per the Building Permit Fees page
- Plans reviewed under the 2024 IBC as adopted (Ordinance No. 2025-274)
- All contractors must hold a current Town of Johnstown Contractor License (AEC category, $100/year) in addition to any state trade license
- Applications submitted electronically (PDF) through the eTRAKiT Self-Service Portal (the online-initiation restriction on the Building Department page applies only to new commercial construction); contractors limited to five application submittals per day
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (eTRAKiT)Submitted via the Town's eTRAKiT online Self-Service Portal
- RequiredConstruction Drawings (electronic PDF)Tenant finish/alteration plan set demonstrating 2024 IBC compliance for the altered space
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| IBC Building Permit Fee — valuation $2,000 to $25,000 | $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 per $1,000 of value | Same valuation table as all building permits; 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, p.19. $23.50 minimum at the lowest tier; $391.25 + $10.10/$1,000 at $25,000-$50,000; $643.75 + $7.00/$1,000 at $50,000-$100,000; $993.75 + $5.60/$1,000 at $100,000-$500,000 |
| Building Plan Submittal/Review Fee — Non-residential | 65% of Permit Fee | Applies to commercial tenant finish plan review; distinct from the 30% residential rate |
| Commercial Electrical Fee (valuation-based), if applicable | $77.00 base (valuation ≤$2,000); $77.00 plus $6.00 per $1,000 of value (valuation ≥$2,000) | The Building Permit Fees page lists 'Commercial Electrical Fee (if applicable)' among Commercial Alterations/Additions fees |
| Johnstown Use Tax | 3.50% of construction materials, collected at permit issuance | Larimer County use-tax line item applies for parcels on the Larimer side of town (location-based, per the Building Permit Fees page) |
| Plan resubmittal fee | $50.00 | 2026 Fee Schedule, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, p.19 |
| Building Re-inspection, After Hours, Plan Resubmittal (per hour) | $47.00 per hour | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Inspection & Miscellaneous Fees, p.20, "Building Re-inspection, After Hours, Plan Resubmittal (per hour)" |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (6 month expiration) | $600.00 | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121, Inspection & Miscellaneous Fees, p.20, "Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (6 month expiration)" |
Sign Permit
VerifiedThe Town of Johnstown requires a Sign Permit for commercial signs (freestanding, wall, awning, blade, etc.) per the Building Department's own Building Permits page, and confirmed by primary ordinance citation in the Town's 2026 Fee Schedule (Exhibit A, Adopted 1/5/2026): Chapter 17 - Land Use and Development, Article IX - Signs, Sec. 17-9-1(B) 'Applicability - Permit Required,' with the Sign Permit fee listed as 'Varies based on project valuation.' The valuation-based fee draws on the same IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee Table used for general building permits (Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121).
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Requirements
- Required for commercial signs (freestanding, wall, awning, blade, and similar types) within Town limits, per the Building Department's Building Permits page
- Governed by Municipal Code Chapter 17, Article IX (Signs), Sec. 17-9-1(B) ('Applicability - Permit Required'), per the Town's 2026 Fee Schedule
- Application submitted online via the Town's eTRAKiT portal (jcol.csqrcloud.com/community-etrakit), consistent with the Town's other Building Division permits
- Fee 'varies based on project valuation' per Sec. 17-9-1(B) — calculated using the same IBC/IRC valuation-based fee table as general Building Permits (Sec. 18-121)
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit ApplicationSubmitted online via the Town's eTRAKiT portal (jcol.csqrcloud.com/community-etrakit)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Permit Fee | Varies based on project valuation | Town of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule (Exhibit A, Adopted 1/5/2026), Chapter 17 Article IX Sec. Show full citationHideTown of Johnstown 2026 Fee Schedule (Exhibit A, Adopted 1/5/2026), Chapter 17 Article IX Sec. 17-9-1(B): 'Sign Permit... Varies based on project valuation.' Uses the IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee Table (Sec. 18-121): base fee $23.50 for valuation $1-$500, scaling up through $5,608.75 base plus $3.65 per $1,000 of value over $1,000,000 at the top bracket. Confirm the exact calculation with the Building Department. |
Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedFire protection for the Town of Johnstown is provided by Front Range Fire Rescue (FRFR, formed by the 2015 merger of the Johnstown and Milliken Fire Protection Districts), whose Life Safety Section/Fire Marshal's Office administers a dedicated 'Plan Review / Permit Application Form' with explicit checkboxes for Commercial Fire Sprinkler System, Commercial Fire Alarm System, Residential Fire Sprinkler System, and Residential Fire Alarm System, submitted by email to Plans@FRFR.co. The form requires listed qualifications (PE, NICET, etc.) for the system designer and installer, and all submitted drawings/plans must carry appropriate stamps.
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Requirements
- Plan Review / Permit Application Form (FRFR Life Safety Section/Fire Marshal's Office) completed and emailed to Plans@FRFR.co, checking the applicable box: Commercial Fire Sprinkler System, Commercial Fire Alarm System, Residential Fire Sprinkler System, or Residential Fire Alarm System
- Fire protection systems (alarms, sprinklers, etc.) must be designed and installed by professionals who are qualified and/or State Registered — system designer qualifications (e.g., PE, NICET) and system installer qualifications must be listed on the application
- All submitted drawings/plans must have appropriate and necessary stamps; installers may be requested to show physical proof of certification/registration during on-site inspections
- FRFR's Consolidated Fee Schedule (adopted by the District's Board of Directors per C.R.S. § 32-1-1002(1)(e), 2026 edition effective January 1, 2026) governs fees, published as an online flipbook rather than a plain-text/PDF table
Required documents
- RequiredFront Range Fire Rescue Plan Review / Permit Application FormIncludes Project Name/Address/Valuation/Square Footage, project-type checkboxes (incl. Commercial/Residential Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Systems), applicant/contractor and property owner contact fields, and system designer/installer qualification fields; emailed to Plans@FRFR.co
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Sprinkler/Alarm Plan Review & Permit Fee | Not published in an itemized, text-readable format | FRFR's 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule (effective January 1, 2026, adopted by the District's Board of Directors per C.R.S. Show full citationHideFRFR's 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule (effective January 1, 2026, adopted by the District's Board of Directors per C.R.S. § 32-1-1002(1)(e)) is published only as an online flipbook (online.flippingbook.com/view/363661142/). Confirm current fee directly with FRFR (970-587-4464, Plans@FRFR.co). |
Change of Use / Change of Occupancy
VerifiedThe Town of Johnstown requires a permit for a 'Change of Use of a commercial space, or a home to a business/commercial space,' per the Building Department's own Building Permits page — this is a directly confirmed, named permit category. No standalone change-of-use fee line distinct from the general valuation-based IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee Table (Municipal Code Chapter 18, Sec. 18-121) was located in the Town's 2026 Fee Schedule.
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Requirements
- Confirmed via the Town of Johnstown Building Permits page: a permit is required for 'Change of Use of a commercial space, or a home to a business/commercial space'
- Application submitted online via the Town's eTRAKiT portal (jcol.csqrcloud.com/community-etrakit)
- No standalone change-of-use fee line distinct from the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee Table (Sec. 18-121) was located in the Town's 2026 Fee Schedule
- Contact the Building Department (970-305-3161, BuildingPermits@JohnstownCO.gov) to confirm requirements and applicable fee for a specific change-of-use project
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Change of Use)Submitted via the Town's eTRAKiT portal (jcol.csqrcloud.com/community-etrakit)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (Change of Use) | No standalone change-of-use fee line was located in the Town's 2026 Fee Schedule (Exhibit A); Show full citationHideNo standalone change-of-use fee line was located in the Town's 2026 Fee Schedule (Exhibit A); likely calculated via the general IBC/IRC Building Permit Fee Table (Sec. 18-121) where the project involves construction valuation. Confirm current fee with the Building Department (970-305-3161). |
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