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Keenesburg building permits
VerifiedKeenesburg, Colorado — as published 2026-08-25.
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Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
New Residential Home Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of new single-family homes in the Town of Keenesburg. Requires full plan review under the New Residential Home Plan Review Checklist, reviewed under the locally-adopted 2018 IRC/IBC and the Town's published Design Criteria (30 PSF ground snow load, 115 mph ultimate wind speed, 30-inch frost depth, ice barrier underlayment required).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Geotech / Soils Report required for site assessment
- Plot Plan showing property boundary lines and dimensions, distances between structures and property lines, north arrow/scale, property address, lot dimensions, and legal description
- Architectural Plans designed and stamped by a Colorado Licensed Design Professional: floor plans, roof plans with ventilation calculations, elevation/section views with insulation values, fire-rating details, electrical layouts, mechanical systems documentation
- Structural Plans stamped by a Colorado Licensed Engineer: foundation details, framing layouts, shear walls, hold-downs, design load information
- Energy Code Compliance: ResCheck completion or energy rating report, plus Manual J, D & S calculations
- Plans must meet the Town's Design Criteria: 30 PSF ground snow load, 115 mph ultimate / 90 mph nominal wind speed (Exposure C), Seismic Design Category B, 30-inch minimum frost line depth, ice barrier underlayment required
Required documents
- RequiredGeneral Building Permit ApplicationFillable PDF, Town of Keenesburg Building Department
- RequiredGeotech / Soils ReportSite assessment report
- RequiredPlot PlanProperty boundaries, structure setbacks, north arrow/scale, legal description
- RequiredArchitectural PlansColorado Licensed Design Professional stamped; floor/roof plans, elevations, electrical/mechanical layouts
- RequiredStructural PlansColorado Licensed Engineer stamped; foundation, framing, shear walls, hold-downs, design loads
- RequiredEnergy Code Compliance PackageResCheck or energy rating report, plus Manual J, D & S calculations
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1 to $500 | $33.80 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Table 1 |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $501 to $2,000 | $33.80 for the first $500, plus $3.44 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section B Table 1, row 2. |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $2,001 to $25,000 | $85.40 for the first $2,000, plus $15.77 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section B Table 1, row 3. |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $25,001 to $50,000 | $448.11 for the first $25,000, plus $11.49 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section B Table 1, row 4. |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $50,001 to $100,000 | $735.36 for the first $50,000, plus $7.88 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section B Table 1, row 5. |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,001 to $500,000 | $1,129.36 for the first $100,000, plus $6.30 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section B Table 1, row 6. |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $500,001 to $1,000,000 | $3,649.36 for the first $500,000, plus $5.35 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section B Table 1, row 7. |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1,000,001 and up | $6,324.36 for the first $1,000,000, plus $4.11 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section B Table 1, row 8. |
| Initial Plan Review Fee | 65% of total permit fees | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section A Building Permit Application Fees, item 2. The Plan Review Fee paragraph below the table states the same 65%. |
| Use Tax | 3% of gross purchase price of building materials | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section A Building Permit Application Fees, item 3. The Impact Fee Schedule restates it under Use Tax Fee. |
| Parks Impact Fee | $2,643 per lot (Single Family Residential) | Effective 1-1-2022, Municipal Code Sec. 4-7-40 |
| Roadway Street Impact Fee | $4,727 per lot (Single Family Residential) | Effective 1-1-2023 |
| Town Hall Impact Fee | $1,844 per lot (Single Family Residential) | Effective 1-1-2022 |
| Police Impact Fee | $233 per lot (Single Family Residential) | Effective 1-1-2022 |
| Fair Contributions for Public School Sites Impact Fee | $2,959.96 per unit (Single Family Dwellings) | Effective 6/10/2024, Ordinance 2024-02 |
| Emergency Services Impact Fee | $1,835.00 per unit (Residential Dwelling) | Effective 6-22-2020 |
| Water Tap Fee (3/4in, Single Family) | $7,139 | Effective 1-1-2022; scales up to $42,840 for a 2in tap |
| Raw Water Acquisition Fee (3/4in, Single Family) | $12,001 | Effective 1-1-2022; scales up to $72,000 for a 2in tap |
| Sewer Tap Fee (3/4in, Single Family) | $8,172 | Effective 1-1-2022; scales up to $49,035 for a 2in tap |
| Drainage Impact Fee | $0.209 per square foot of impervious area, per lot (Single Family Residential) | Assessed only in the Park and Ash Hollow Drainage Basins when on-site detention is not provided |
Residential Addition / Basement Finish Permit
Required for additions, basement finishes, and similar scope expansions to existing single-family homes in Keenesburg. Requires plan review; the Town publishes dedicated Building Guides for One-Story Additions and Basement Finishes reflecting the 2018 IRC as locally adopted.
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Requirements
- Plan review required (not eligible for One-Stop same-day issuance)
- Plot plan / site plan showing the addition's dimensions and relationship to existing structures and property lines
- Architectural and structural plans reflecting the scope (Colorado Licensed Design Professional / Engineer stamps required for structural work per the New Residential Home checklist pattern)
- Energy code compliance documentation for any new conditioned floor area
- Basement finish guide (2018 Basement Guide) covers egress window requirements, ceiling height, and smoke/CO detector placement for below-grade habitable space
Required documents
- RequiredGeneral Building Permit ApplicationFillable PDF, Town of Keenesburg Building Department
- OptionalResidential Basement Finish GuideTown of Keenesburg building guide for basement finish scope
- OptionalResidential One-Story Addition GuideTown of Keenesburg building guide for one-story addition scope
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (same valuation-based schedule as new construction) | $33.80 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the Building Permit Fee Schedule | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A |
| Initial Plan Review Fee | 65% of total permit fees | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section A Building Permit Application Fees, item 2. The Plan Review Fee paragraph below the table states the same 65%. |
| Use Tax | 3% of gross purchase price of building materials | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section A Building Permit Application Fees, item 3. |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in Keenesburg beyond the One-Stop Electrical Sub Panel and Electrical Service Upgrade (≤200A) categories. Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted (though the Town's separate Solar Submittal Requirements document still cites 2020 NEC). Fees are set under the state-mandated schedule (CRS 12-23-117), scaled at the maximum 1.15x (15% surcharge) allowed above the Colorado state base fee.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- CRS Article 23, Section 12-23-117 caps local electrical-inspection surcharges at 15% above the state-published base fee; Keenesburg's fee schedule explicitly applies this maximum 1.15x scaling
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by the Town of Keenesburg
- Town links directly to the Colorado DORA 'Contemporaneous Reviews of Electrical and Plumbing Licenses' procedure from its Building Department page, indicating contractor state-license status is verified at permit application
- Residential fee calculated by enclosed living area square footage; Commercial/non-footage-based installations (garage, shop, SFD non-living-area work) calculated from total job valuation — the two schedules are not combined for the same permit
Required documents
- RequiredGeneral Building Permit ApplicationTown of Keenesburg Building Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Electrical Fee — 1,000 sq ft or less | $129.95 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E; scaled at 1.15x the Colorado state base fee per CRS 12-23-117 |
| Residential Electrical Fee — over 1,000 up to 1,500 sq ft | $195.50 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E Electrical Permit Fees, Residential table, item 2. |
| Residential Electrical Fee — over 1,500 up to 2,000 sq ft | $262.20 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E Electrical Permit Fees, Residential table, item 3. |
| Residential Electrical Fee — over 2,000 sq ft | $262.20 base plus $11.50 per each additional 100 sq ft | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E Electrical Permit Fees, Residential table, item 4. |
| Residential Solar Device (electrical fee) | $500.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E Electrical Permit Fees, Residential table, item 5 Residential Solar Device. |
| Commercial/All Other Electrical Fee — $2,000 or less job valuation | $129.95 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E Electrical Permit Fees, Commercial table, item 1. |
| Commercial/All Other Electrical Fee — over $2,001 | $129.95 base plus $11.50 per each additional $1,000 of job valuation (always round up to the next $1,000) | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E Electrical Permit Fees, Commercial table, item 2. |
| Mobile/Modular/Manufactured Home Set electrical (per unit) | $129.95 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E Electrical Permit Fees, Commercial table, item 3 Mobile/Modular/Manufactured Home Set (Per Unit). |
| Temporary Heat Release | $129.95 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E Electrical Permit Fees, Commercial table, item 4 Temporary Heat Release. |
| Commercial Solar Device (electrical fee) | $1,000.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E Electrical Permit Fees, Commercial table, item 6 Commercial Solar Device. |
| Initial Plan Review Fee | 65% of total permit fees | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section A Building Permit Application Fees, item 2. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $80.00 | Applies if work is not ready for inspection or corrections were not made |
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedKeenesburg has no dedicated EV charger/EVSE fee line or standalone permit category. EV charger (Level 2 or DC fast charging equipment) circuit installation is electrical work governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by the Town, billed under the same Commercial/All Other (valuation-based) or Residential (square-footage-based, if wired to enclosed living area) Electrical Permit fee tables used for other electrical work. If the specific installation is scoped as adding a new sub panel, or as an electrical service upgrade not exceeding 200A, it may qualify for the Town's 'Electrical Sub Panel' or 'Electrical Service Upgrade (≤200A)' One-Stop same-day categories (no plan review) — these are genuine Town-published fast-track categories, though the Town does not explicitly name EV chargers as falling within them.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for EV charger/EVSE circuit installation, governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by the Town of Keenesburg, including NEC Article 625 (Electric Vehicle Charging System) provisions
- If the installation is scoped as a new sub panel or a service upgrade not exceeding 200A, it may qualify for the Town's One-Stop same-day permit track (no plan review) — confirm with the Building Department whether your specific EV charger scope fits one of these named categories
- Otherwise billed and reviewed under the standard Electrical Permit process (Residential square-footage-based, or Commercial/All Other valuation-based)
- Contractor state electrical license status is verified at permit application per the Town's contemporaneous-review practice
Required documents
- RequiredGeneral Building Permit ApplicationTown of Keenesburg Building Department; no EV-specific application form is published separately
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial/All Other Electrical Fee — $2,000 or less job valuation | $129.95 | No distinct EV charger/EVSE fee line exists; Show full citationHideNo distinct EV charger/EVSE fee line exists; an EV charger circuit not wired to enclosed living area (e.g., a garage) is billed under the same valuation-based Commercial/All Other electrical fee table used for other electrical work. Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E. |
| Residential Electrical Fee — 1,000 sq ft or less | $129.95 | Applies if the EV charger circuit is billed under the square-footage-based residential schedule instead. Show full citationHideApplies if the EV charger circuit is billed under the square-footage-based residential schedule instead. Section E (Electrical Permit Fees) of the fee schedule lists Commercial 'Equal to or less than $2,000' at $129.95 and Residential 'Equal to or less than 1,000 square feet' at $129.95. |
Plumbing Permit (Sewer Repair / Gas Line Pressure Check)
VerifiedRequired for plumbing and gas-line work in Keenesburg. Sewer Repair and Gas Line Pressure Check (pressure-test of an existing line, not new installation) are offered as One-Stop same-day permits; larger-scope plumbing work is reviewed as part of a full building permit. Governed by the 2018 IPC and 2018 IFGC as locally adopted.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Sewer Repair One-Stop permit requires: project address, building use classification, owner/contractor information, job description and repair length, total valuation (labor + materials), total material cost
- Gas Line Pressure Check One-Stop permit is for pressure-testing an existing gas line only — new gas line installation requires a different, plan-reviewed permit
- Repair or Replace Existing Gas or Water Line for a single-family dwelling is billed as a distinct specialized fee category
- Town links to the DORA Contemporaneous Review procedure covering both electrical AND plumbing license verification, indicating plumbing contractor state licensure is checked at permit application
Required documents
- RequiredSewer Repair Permit ApplicationTown of Keenesburg online application form
- OptionalGas Line Pressure Check Permit ApplicationTown of Keenesburg online application form; for pressure-testing an existing line only
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Repair or Replace Existing Gas or Water Line (SFD) | $65.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section C, item 12 |
| Building Permits for which no fee is specifically indicated (e.g. Sewer Repair, Gas Line Pressure Check if not otherwise listed) | $60.00 per inspection | Section C, item 13 |
| Re-inspection Fee | $80.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section C Specialized Permit Fee Schedule and Other Fees, item 15. |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit (Furnace, Boiler, Air Conditioner)
VerifiedCovers residential furnace, boiler, and air conditioner/evaporative cooler installation or replacement in Keenesburg. Offered as a One-Stop same-day permit for straightforward replacements; governed by the 2018 IMC and 2018 IFGC as locally adopted.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Residential Furnace/Boiler, Air Conditioner is listed under the Town's One-Stop Permits category — usually issued same day, no plan review
- Equipment specifications (power source, capacity, type) collected on the online application form
- Governed by the 2018 IMC and 2018 IFGC as adopted by the Town of Keenesburg
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Furnace/Boiler, Air Conditioner Permit ApplicationTown of Keenesburg online application form
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning / Evaporative Cooler | $100.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section C, item 2 |
| Residential Furnace/Boiler | $100.00 | Section C, item 5 |
| Re-inspection Fee | $80.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section C Specialized Permit Fee Schedule and Other Fees, item 15. |
Roof Replacement Permit
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing work in Keenesburg. Offered as a One-Stop same-day permit for straightforward replacements (no plan review), with a dedicated Re-Roof Guide and Re-Roof application form. Governed by the 2018 IRC/IBC as locally adopted, including the Town's Design Criteria requiring ice barrier underlayment.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Listed under the Town's One-Stop Permits category — usually issued same day, no plan review
- Re-Roof application collects: project address, building use type, improvement type (new/repair), owner/contractor information, roofing material type (asphalt shingles, rolled roofing, tile/clay/concrete), re-sheathing/re-decking needs, total valuation, total material cost
- Per the Town's Design Criteria chart, ice barrier underlayment is required
- Non-structural re-roof has its own flat specialized fee separate from the valuation-based Building Permit Fee schedule
Required documents
- RequiredRe-Roof Permit ApplicationTown of Keenesburg online application form
- OptionalRe-Roof GuideTown of Keenesburg building guide for re-roofing scope and materials
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-structural re-roof | $100.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section C, item 7 |
| Re-inspection Fee | $80.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section C Specialized Permit Fee Schedule and Other Fees, item 15. |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for solar PV system installation in Keenesburg, including the Solar Panels Remove & Replace scope. Governed by a detailed Town-published 'Solar Submittal Requirements' document citing the 2018 IRC, 2018 IFC, and NEC Articles 690 & 705 (the solar-specific document itself cites 2020 NEC, while the Building Department's main adopted-codes list cites 2023 NEC as current — noted as a genuine discrepancy between an older static handout and the live webpage).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- A professional engineer's seal and signature is required for all PV installations NOT located on a single-family dwelling or duplex
- A professional engineer's seal/signature is NOT required for single-family/duplex PV installations UNLESS the system equals or exceeds 10 kilowatts or includes generator/battery backup provisions
- Two complete sets of the required design package must be submitted at permit application: manufacturer cut sheets, one-line diagram (NEC 690/705 conductor, breaker, GFPD, disconnect ratings), mounting details (engineer's design required if not flush-mounted), conductor ampacity calculations (NEC 690.8), listed PV breakers/fuses (NEC 690.9(C)), load-center bus calculations (NEC 705.12(B)(2)(3)(b)), maximum system voltage calculations (NEC 690.7), equipment grounding conductor sizing (NEC 690.43/690.45), service equipment drawing, NEC-required signage description, and rapid shutdown compliance (NEC 690.12)
- Structural Integrity: all projects (residential and commercial) require a documented, stamped letter from a Colorado-licensed structural engineer confirming the existing structure can support the PV system and meet current code; if enhancements are needed, stamped structural drawings must be submitted with the permit
- A qualified person (licensed master/journeyman electrician, residential wireman, or NABCEP-certified solar installer for ≤200A residential; licensed master/journeyman electrician only for >200A residential or IBC/commercial structures) must be present at the PV electrical inspection
- Rapid shutdown system must be tested at final electrical inspection with the inspector present; a ladder must be provided by the customer for roof-mounted component inspections
Required documents
- RequiredSolar Panels Remove & Replace Permit ApplicationTown of Keenesburg PDF application form
- RequiredSolar Submittal Requirements Design PackageTwo complete sets: manufacturer cut sheets, one-line diagram, mounting details, NEC calculations, structural engineer letter
- OptionalSolar FAQTown of Keenesburg informational FAQ document
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Solar Device (electrical fee) | $500.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E |
| Commercial Solar Device (electrical fee) | $1,000.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section E Electrical Permit Fees, Commercial table, item 6 Commercial Solar Device. |
Demolition Permit
Required for structure demolition in Keenesburg. Commercial demolition additionally requires Fire District approval before a building permit can be obtained. CDPHE asbestos materials are provided as a resource for demolition projects.
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Commercial demolition requires SE Weld Fire Protection District approval BEFORE obtaining a building permit
- CDPHE Asbestos Renovation and Demolition guidance provided as a resource; applicants should confirm testing/abatement requirements directly given Colorado's statewide asbestos regulations
- General Building Permit Application required
Required documents
- RequiredGeneral Building Permit ApplicationTown of Keenesburg Building Department
- OptionalFire District Approval (commercial demolition only)Proof of submission to / approval from SE Weld Fire Protection District
- OptionalCDPHE Asbestos Renovation and Demolition GuidanceColorado Department of Public Health and Environment resource document
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition | $85.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section C, item 3 |
New Commercial Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new commercial buildings and commercial tenant improvements in Keenesburg. Requires full plan review under the New Commercial Plan Review Checklist, and requires SE Weld Fire Protection District approval before the building permit can be obtained. Governed by the 2018 IBC/IFC as locally adopted.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building Permit Application completely filled out and signed, listing all contractors and subcontractors
- Geotech/Soil Report required
- Site Plan showing property lines/dimensions, structure-to-property-line distances, north arrow/scale, utility routing plan, property address, legal description
- Grading/Erosion Control Plan
- Foundation Plans stamped by a Colorado Licensed Engineer
- Architectural Plans (Colorado Licensed Design Professional): floor plans, electrical/mechanical plans, elevations, stamped structural plans, snow/wind/seismic design values
- Proof of submission to SE Weld Fire Protection District required before building permit issuance
- Energy Code Compliance: ComCheck or energy rating company report, IECC compliance documentation, Manual J, D & S calculations
- Zoning verification and legal description (parcel number, lot/block/subdivision)
Required documents
- RequiredNew Commercial Plan Review Checklist submittal packageSite plan, foundation/architectural/structural plans, energy code compliance, zoning verification
- RequiredSE Weld Fire Protection District ApprovalRequired before the Town will issue a commercial building permit
- OptionalNew Commercial Building Inspection Process (PDF)Town of Keenesburg reference document outlining the commercial inspection sequence
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (same valuation-based schedule, Table 1) | $33.80 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers in the Building Permit Fee Schedule | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A |
| Initial Plan Review Fee | 65% of total permit fees | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section A Building Permit Application Fees, item 2. The Plan Review Fee paragraph below the table states the same 65%. |
| Use Tax | 3% of gross purchase price of building materials | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section A Building Permit Application Fees, item 3. The Impact Fee Schedule restates it under Use Tax Fee. |
| Roadway Street Impact Fee (Commercial/Retail) | $9,325 per 1,000 sq ft of building area | Impact Fee Schedule, Exhibit A; varies by land use (Office $5,434, Warehouse $857, Industrial $2,441, Institutional $5,399 per 1,000 sq ft) |
| Town Hall Impact Fee (Commercial/Retail/Office, Warehouse/Industrial/Institutional) | $1,844 | Town of Keenesburg Impact Fee Schedule, Exhibit A Impact Fee Schedule table, Town Hall Impact Fee column, which carries $1,844 for Commercial/Retail, Office, Warehouse, Industrial and Institutional; the Town Hall Impact Fee bullet list states the same figure. |
| Police Impact Fee (Commercial/Retail) | $961 per 1,000 sq ft of building area | Varies by land use per Exhibit A (Office $364, Warehouse $54, Industrial $119, Institutional $287 per 1,000 sq ft) |
| Emergency Services Impact Fee (Commercial/Non-Residential) | $1.07 per sq ft of floor area | Effective 6-22-2020 |
Deck / Patio Cover / Pole Barn Permit
VerifiedCovers uncovered decks, enclosed patios, patio covers/carports, and pole barns in Keenesburg. Requires plan review; the Town publishes dedicated Building Guides for each of these scopes (developed in part from Colorado Chapter of the ICC standard building-guide templates under the 2018 IRC), including detailed span tables and structural details for uncovered decks.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plot Plan (site plan) showing project dimensions and relationship to existing buildings/structures and property lines, drawn to scale
- For uncovered decks: ledger connection details (Table 1), joist/beam simple-span tables (Tables 2-3) and wood-post sizing (Table 4) per the 2018 IRC-based Colorado Chapter ICC Building Guide, adapted with the Town of Keenesburg seal
- Guardrails required if deck/porch is more than 30 inches above grade; 36-inch minimum guardrail height with baluster spacing preventing a 4-inch sphere from passing through
- Stairway specifications: minimum 36-inch width, maximum 7.75-inch rise, minimum 10-inch tread run, handrail 34-38 inches above nosings
- Ledger board minimum 2x8 pressure-treated HF/DF/SP #2 or better; may not be supported by stone/masonry veneer or attached to a cantilevered floor
- Posts/piers must extend below the Town's 30-inch minimum frost line depth
- Deck design loads per the Town's guide: 40 psf live load/snow load, 10 psf dead load
Required documents
- OptionalUncovered Deck Building GuideTown of Keenesburg / Colorado Chapter ICC building guide with fill-in-the-blank span tables and construction details
- OptionalEnclosed Patio GuideTown of Keenesburg building guide
- OptionalPatio Covers, Carport GuideTown of Keenesburg building guide
- OptionalPole Barn GuideTown of Keenesburg building guide
- RequiredGeneral Building Permit ApplicationTown of Keenesburg Building Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fence (over 6 ft. in height) | $85.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section C, item 4 — for fence scope specifically; decks/patios/pole barns are billed under the valuation-based Building Permit Fee schedule (Table 1) since no dedicated flat fee is listed for them |
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Table 1) | $33.80 minimum, scaling per valuation tiers | Applies to decks, patio covers, and pole barns absent a dedicated flat specialized fee |
| Initial Plan Review Fee | 65% of total permit fees | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section A Building Permit Application Fees, item 2. |
Water Heater Replacement Permit
VerifiedCovers like-for-like water heater replacement (same type and size) in Keenesburg as a One-Stop same-day permit. A change in type or size (e.g. tank to tankless, or a capacity change) requires a full building permit application with plan review instead.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Eligible for One-Stop same-day issuance ONLY for water heater replacement of the same type and size; upgrades/type changes require full plan review
- Application collects power source (gas/electric), type (tank/tankless), and capacity in gallons
- Owner/contractor information and total valuation (labor + materials) required on the application form
Required documents
- RequiredWater Heater Permit ApplicationTown of Keenesburg online application form
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Water Heater | $80.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section C, item 10 |
| Re-inspection Fee | $80.00 | Town of Keenesburg Building Permit Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, Section C Specialized Permit Fee Schedule and Other Fees, item 15. |
Sign Permit
VerifiedKeenesburg Municipal Code Chapter 16 (Zoning), Article VII (Signs), Sec. 16-7-10 states: 'It shall be unlawful to erect a sign without a building permit as provided hereafter' — signs are permitted as accessory uses in the various zoning districts, subject to the detailed size/type/lighting standards in Article VII and any additional Colorado Department of Transportation requirements. Sec. 16-7-60 lists nineteen categories of signs exempt from the permit requirement (e.g., address signs, real estate signs, window signs, temporary signs, religious/ideological signs, small special signs ≤16 sq ft).
Verified 2026-08-14 · Source
Requirements
- A building permit is required before erecting a sign, per Municipal Code Sec. 16-7-10, unless the sign falls within one of the 19 exempt categories listed in Sec. 16-7-60 (address signs, commemorative signs, community event signs, community facility signs, contractor signs, directional on-site signs, flags/pennants/insignia, holiday decorations, incidental signs, political signs, prohibited-activities signs, public phone signs, public signs, real estate signs, religious/ideological signs, certain residential subdivision identification signs, special signs ≤16 sq ft, temporary signs, and window signs)
- Commercial signs within a residentially zoned district (e.g., mortuaries, privately owned golf courses, preschools) are subject to review via the special permit process (Sec. 16-7-20(4))
- Signs may be subject to additional requirements of the Colorado Department of Transportation
- Application submitted through the Town of Keenesburg Building Department (contract Building Official via Charles Abbott Associates)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Sign)No standalone sign-specific application form distinct from the general Building Permit was located; contact the Building Department (303-732-4281 ext. 2) to confirm current requirements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (covers sign review) | No sign-specific fee line was located on the Town's Building Department page or Municipal Code Chapter 16 Article VII. Contact the Building Department (303-732-4281 ext. 2, stevejones@caa.inc) for a current fee quote. |
Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedFire protection for Keenesburg is provided by the Southeast Weld Fire Protection District (SEWFPD, 95 W. Broadway Avenue, Keenesburg, CO 80643, non-emergency 303-732-4203), which publishes a dedicated 'Application for Plan Review' form (Fire Marshal Services) with explicit checkboxes for Fire Alarm System and Fire Sprinkler System reviews, alongside Site Development, Building and Floor Plans, and Kitchen Hood System reviews. The Town's own Fire Department page confirms: 'All Commercial New Builds, Alterations/Remodels and Additions must be approved by the Fire District prior to issuing a Building Permit.'
Verified 2026-08-14 · Source
Requirements
- Confirmed via the Town's own Fire Department page: 'All Commercial New Builds, Alterations/Remodels and Additions must be approved by the Fire District prior to issuing a Building Permit'
- SEWFPD's own 'Application for Plan Review' form includes dedicated checkboxes for 'Fire Alarm System' and 'Fire Sprinkler System' plan review, distinct from Site Development, Building and Floor Plans, and Kitchen Hood System reviews
- Application must identify the Owner, General Contractor, and Fire Systems Contractor, including a Building Permit number if one has been issued
- Fee is not itemized on the plan review application itself; SEWFPD also publishes a separate Impact Fee Form for new construction
- Contact SEWFPD (720-250-7254, weven@3efms.com) or the Town Building Department (303-732-4281 ext. 2) for current submittal requirements
Required documents
- RequiredSoutheast Weld Fire Protection District — Application for Plan ReviewOfficial SEWFPD form with checkboxes for Fire Alarm System and Fire Sprinkler System plan review, requiring project address, occupancy classification, square footage, number of hydrants, Building Permit#, and Owner/General Contractor/Fire Systems Contractor contact information
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Sprinkler/Alarm Plan Review & Permit Fee | Not itemized on the Application for Plan Review form itself | SEWFPD also publishes a separate Impact Fee Form and a 'Required Documents and Forms for Construction' PDF; their specific dollar figures are not reproduced here. Contact SEWFPD (720-250-7254, weven@3efms.com) for a current fee quote. |
Change of Use / Change of Occupancy
No standalone 'Change of Use' or 'Change of Occupancy' application distinct from the general Building Permit process was located on the Town of Keenesburg's website as of the last verification, and the research could not confirm which specific International Existing Building Code edition (if any) the Town has adopted for existing-building/occupancy-change analysis. A use/occupancy change is presumed to be processed through the Town's general building-permit process, administered by contract Building Official Steve Jones (Charles Abbott Associates).
Reviewed 2026-08-14 · Source
Requirements
- No standalone change-of-use or change-of-occupancy application distinct from the general Town Building Permit process was found published on the Town's website as of the last verification
- Processed, if at all, through the Town's general Building Permit process; commercial projects (which a change of use to a commercial occupancy would likely trigger) require Fire District approval before a Building Permit is issued, per the Town's Fire Department page
- Contact the Building Department (303-732-4281 ext. 2, stevejones@caa.inc) to confirm requirements and applicable code edition for a specific change-of-use project
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationStandard Town building permit application; contact the Building Department to confirm current requirements for a change-of-use project
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (if construction accompanies the change) | No standalone change-of-use fee line was located on the Town's Building Department page. Contact the Building Department (303-732-4281 ext. 2) for a current fee quote. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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