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Severance building permits
Severance, Colorado — as published 2026-07-06.
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Residential Code (IRC) — Town of Severance 'Design Criteria Town of Severance' document (SAFEbuilt/Town primary source, DocumentCenter/View/1106), Residential Construction section2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — same source, Residential Construction section2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — same source, listed under both Residential and Commercial Construction sections2024 International Building Code (IBC) — same source, Commercial Construction section2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — same source, Commercial Construction section2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — same source, Commercial Construction section2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — same source, Commercial Construction section2024 International Energy Code — same source, Commercial Construction section (listed as a separate line from the 2024 IECC entry under Residential; the Town's document does not clarify whether these are intended as the same document cited twice or two distinct adoptions, so both are recorded as they appear on the primary source)2024 Pool and Spa Code — same source, Commercial Construction section2024 International Property Maintenance Code — same source, 'Other Adopted Codes' section2024 International Existing Building Code — same source, 'Other Adopted Codes' sectionState Codes (as listed on the Town's own Design Criteria document): Electric Ready, Solar Ready, EV Ready — consistent with Colorado HB22-1362's statewide energy/electrification floor (2021 IECC-derived electric-ready, solar-ready, EV-ready provisions, effective window July 2023-July 2026); confirmed independently by the '2026 SAFEbuilt Residential Application Checklist' (DocumentCenter/View/1149), which requires EV-ready (min. 40A circuit within 3ft of a car space), Solar-ready (roof-plan solar zones, prewire routing, truss dead-load verification), and Electric-ready (pre-wire location/note and full electric-appliance load calculation for new single-family, two-family, and townhome dwellings) documentation for permit submittal, and by the New Commercial Plan Submittal Procedure (DocumentCenter/View/182), which states 'EV ready, Solar ready and Electric ready are now required to be shown on plans.'Note on a separate SAFEbuilt-published document: the '2023 NEC Photovoltaic System Submittal Requirements' guide (DocumentCenter/View/210, last revised 08.11.2023) states 'Applicable current codes are the 2023 NEC, 2018 International Codes' — this conflicts with the Town-specific 2024 Client Design Criteria document and appears to be a generic/stale SAFEbuilt template not yet updated to Severance's current 2024 code cycle; the Town's own jurisdiction-specific Design Criteria document (2024, explicitly labeled 'Severance') is treated as authoritative for this file rather than the generic PV guide.Note on a secondary (non-.gov, AI-generated meeting-summary) source found during research: a Citizen Portal article describing a Severance Town Council work session states building official Russ Weber (SAFEbuilt) briefed Council on the 2024 ICC model codes and state-mandated changes, and that no formal adoption ordinance/vote occurred at that specific work session — Council directed staff to return with a formal adoption package excluding wildfire-resiliency provisions pending clarification. This source was NOT used as a citation for any fact in this file (it is a third-party AI-summarized meeting recap, not an official Town/.gov document, and is explicitly excluded per this project's official-sources-only policy). It is noted here only as context for why a formal Chapter 18 Municode ordinance number could not be independently confirmed in this session — Municode's Severance library (library.municode.com/co/severance) returned only its client-side Angular application shell (no server-rendered ordinance text) to both a standard WebFetch and a full-browser-header curl request, and the ordinance-level citation could not be extracted from that source in this session. The Town's own primary-source Design Criteria and permit-guide PDFs (all dated 2026 or explicitly labeled '2024 IRC'/'2024 International Codes') are used instead as the governing record of currently-adopted codes, since they are official Town/SAFEbuilt documents actively used in the Town's own permit process, not third-party mirrors.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
Required for new single-family, two-family, and townhome construction in the Town of Severance. Reviewed under the 2024 IRC and 2024 IECC (as adopted per the Town's Design Criteria document) plus the state-mandated Electric Ready/Solar Ready/EV Ready provisions. All plan review and inspections are performed by SAFEbuilt Colorado under contract to the Town; permits are applied for online via the Community Core portal.
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plans must comply with the 2024 IRC and 2024 IECC as adopted, and meet the Town's Design Criteria: 115 mph ultimate wind speed (ice and water shield + under-floor protection required), Seismic Design Category B, 30-inch frost line, 30 PSF roof live load / 15 PSF roof dead load / 30 PSF ground snow load
- EV-ready, Solar-ready, and Electric-ready documentation required per the 2026 SAFEbuilt Residential Application Checklist: minimum 40-amp EV circuit within 3 ft of a parking space; roof plan solar-ready zone(s) with prewire routing and truss dead-load verification; electric-ready prewire note and full-load calculation for new single-family/two-family/townhome dwellings
- Manual J, D, and S compliance calculations required
- 2024 IECC energy code compliance required via ResCheck or an energy rating company report, or full prescriptive-method documentation
- Engineered structural plans and foundation plans stamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer
- Metro District/HOA approval letter required if applicable (check with subdivision ARC committee before submitting)
- Contractor must hold a current Town of Severance Contractor License (Class A or B) plus, for electrical/plumbing trades, a current Colorado State license (contemporaneously verified, no separate town fee for those trades)
- Since 2015: footing, foundation reinforcement, perimeter drain (Colorado-licensed engineer inspection), and U-fer ground engineer letters plus a signed Town Setback Certification form must be submitted to SAFEbuilt before the underground plumbing inspection and before framing begins
- Applications submitted online via the Community Core portal only
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Town of Severance Community Core portal
- RequiredSite/Plot PlanProperty address, north arrow/scale, lot dimensions, all projections, distances to property lines and existing structures, registered design professional's seal
- RequiredArchitectural/Floor Plans, Engineered Structural Plans, Electrical Plans, Mechanical PlansMaster set with all elevations/options; electrical plans must address Electric/Solar/EV-ready per current checklist
- RequiredManual J, D, and S Compliance Calculations
- Required2024 IECC Energy Code Compliance (ResCheck or equivalent)
- OptionalMetro District/HOA Approval LetterRequired if the property is within a Metro District or HOA with ARC review
- RequiredSetback Certification Letter and FormSigned and stamped by a Colorado-licensed surveyor; required before underground plumbing inspection/framing and again at Certificate of Occupancy
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit / Inspection Fee | Valuation-based, determined by SAFEbuilt Colorado | The Town's 2026 Fee Schedule references this fee as 'Determined by SafeBuilt' but does not reproduce SAFEbuilt's valuation table as a standalone Town document; no separate SAFEbuilt-published valuation table specific to Severance was located in this research. |
| Use Tax | 3% assessed on 60% of the Total Valuation of Improvement as determined by SAFEbuilt | 2026 Fee Schedule, Town of Severance, revised 12/9/2025 |
| Administration Fee | Greater of 30% of total inspection fees or $30.00 | — |
| Planning Review Fee | Greater of 15% of total inspection fees or $30.00 | — |
| Transportation Impact Fee (Single Family, per unit) | $6,075.00 | — |
| Park Impact Fee (Single Family, per unit) | $1,645.00 | — |
| General Government Impact Fee (Single Family, per unit) | $2,611.00 | — |
| Police Impact Fee (Single Family, per unit) | $749.00 | — |
| Water Utility Impact Fee (3/4-inch meter) | $16,975.00 | — |
| Card Processing Fee | 3% surcharge on credit/debit card payments; no fee for e-check | Paid via Community Core |
Residential Addition / Remodel / Accessory Structure Permit
Required for home additions, basement finishes, kitchen remodels, structural modifications, accessory structures (over 120 sq ft or over a 10-ft peak), and similar residential renovation work in Severance, including Accessory Dwelling Units built as an addition or accessory structure. Reviewed under the 2024 IRC as adopted; SAFEbuilt Colorado performs plan review and inspections.
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- A permit is required for additions, basement finishes (partial or full), kitchen remodels, structural modifications (including wall removal/addition), siding/stucco/brick work, and accessory structures exceeding 120 sq ft or a 10-ft peak height
- Site plan showing the project's relationship to setbacks, easements, utilities, and other structures/property lines required
- A survey from a registered land surveyor required if the project is in a protected area; an as-built survey required if proposed within 12 inches of a required minimum setback
- Combustion equipment (furnaces, water heaters, etc.) may need to comply with the State of Colorado Electric Ready Code
- No standalone Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) permit type exists in Severance; ADU construction is processed through this addition/accessory-structure pathway once the ADU is confirmed as a zoning-allowed use under Chapter 16 (Land Use Code) of the Municipal Code
- Contractor must hold a current Town of Severance Contractor License; homeowners performing their own work at a single residence are exempt from the contractor-license requirement (but not from permitting)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via Community Core
- RequiredSite PlanProperty survey showing setbacks, easements, utilities, distances to property lines and other structures
- RequiredConstruction Details / Floor Plan
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit / Inspection Fee | Valuation-based, determined by SAFEbuilt Colorado | Standalone SAFEbuilt valuation table for Severance not located in this research |
| Use Tax | 3% assessed on 60% of Total Valuation of Improvement as determined by SAFEbuilt | — |
| Administration Fee | Greater of 30% of total inspection fees or $30.00 | — |
| Planning Review Fee | Greater of 15% of total inspection fees or $30.00 | — |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or modification work in Severance. Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted. Severance does NOT run its own local electrical licensing/examination program — electricians must hold a current Colorado State (and Master) Electrical license, contemporaneously verified against the DORA State Electrical Board per the Town's Contemporaneous Review procedure; the local Contractor License Application confirms this trade is 'Verified through the State, no fee.'
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by the Town
- Electricians must hold a current Colorado State Electrical license and Master Electrician license, plus a State-issued ID, contemporaneously verified per the Town's Procedure for Contemporaneous Reviews of Electrical & Plumbing Licenses (referencing dpo.colorado.gov/EandP/ContemporaneousReview)
- No separate Town electrical trade exam or local licensing fee — the Contractor License Application lists Electrical under Class C Trades as 'Verified through the State, no fee'
- Electric-ready, Solar-ready, and EV-ready provisions require load calculations, one-line diagrams, and fault-current analysis to be shown on electrical plans for new residential and commercial construction
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via Community Core
- RequiredColorado State Electrical License and Master Electrician LicenseVerified contemporaneously by the Town/SAFEbuilt against DORA's State Electrical Board records
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit / Inspection Fee (electrical valuation) | Valuation-based, determined by SAFEbuilt Colorado | Building Permit Application form requires a separate 'New Building Electrical Valuation' entry for commercial/industrial projects |
| Use Tax | 3% assessed on 60% of Total Valuation of Improvement as determined by SAFEbuilt | — |
| Administration Fee | Greater of 30% of total inspection fees or $30.00 | — |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or modification work in Severance. Governed by the 2024 IPC as adopted for commercial work (per the Town's Design Criteria document; the IRC's plumbing provisions govern residential work). Like electrical, Severance does NOT run its own local plumbing licensing program — plumbers must hold a current Colorado State (and Master) Plumbing license, contemporaneously verified against the DORA State Plumbing Board.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2024 IPC (commercial) / 2024 IRC plumbing provisions (residential) as adopted
- Plumbers must hold a current Colorado State Plumbing license and Master Plumber license, plus a State-issued ID, contemporaneously verified per the Town's Contemporaneous Review procedure
- No separate Town plumbing trade exam or local licensing fee — listed on the Contractor License Application as 'Verified through the State, no fee'
- Plumbing modifications (water heater installation/replacement, gas piping, gas log installation) require a permit per the What Needs a Permit guide
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Plumbing Permit ApplicationSubmitted via Community Core
- RequiredColorado State Plumbing License and Master Plumber LicenseVerified contemporaneously by the Town/SAFEbuilt against DORA's State Plumbing Board records
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit / Inspection Fee | Valuation-based, determined by SAFEbuilt Colorado | — |
| Use Tax | 3% assessed on 60% of Total Valuation of Improvement as determined by SAFEbuilt | — |
| Administration Fee | Greater of 30% of total inspection fees or $30.00 | — |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
Required for HVAC, furnace, boiler, and mechanical equipment installation or replacement in Severance. Governed by the 2024 IMC and 2024 IFGC as adopted (commercial per the Design Criteria document; residential mechanical work follows the 2024 IRC's mechanical provisions).
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2024 IMC and 2024 IFGC as adopted
- Air conditioner and furnace installation/replacement, boiler installation/replacement, and gas piping/gas log work all require a permit per the What Needs a Permit guide
- Combustion equipment may need to comply with the State of Colorado Electric Ready Code
- Mechanical plans (duct sizes/locations, equipment location) required as part of residential and commercial submittal packages
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Mechanical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via Community Core
- RequiredMechanical PlansDuct sizes and locations, equipment locations, termination sizes/locations
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit / Inspection Fee | Valuation-based, determined by SAFEbuilt Colorado | — |
| Use Tax | 3% assessed on 60% of Total Valuation of Improvement as determined by SAFEbuilt | — |
| Administration Fee | Greater of 30% of total inspection fees or $30.00 | — |
Re-Roof Permit
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing work in Severance (one permit per building on the property). Governed by the 2024 IRC as adopted; the Town publishes a dedicated 2024-IRC Residential Re-Roofing guide (SAFEbuilt, published 1.1.2026).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- One permit is required per building on the property for re-roofing
- No more than two (2) layers of roofing are allowed upon completion of installation
- Roof sheathing must provide a rigid surface for complete tear-offs; warped/cracked/delaminated boards must be repaired or replaced
- New minimum 15# asphalt-saturated felt underlayment required on a dry deck for complete tear-offs, with lap requirements varying by roof slope (one layer for 4:12+ slopes; 19-inch laps for 2:12-4:12 slopes)
- Fasteners must penetrate through the total roofing thickness and a minimum of 3/4 inch into the decking material
- Existing roof jacks/vents in poor condition, badly rusted, or deteriorated must be replaced
- Homeowners may perform their own re-roof work
- Shingle repair/replacement not exceeding 100 sq ft of coverage per building is exempt from permitting
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via Community Core
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit / Inspection Fee | Valuation-based, determined by SAFEbuilt Colorado | No separate flat re-roof fee published; billed under the general valuation-based schedule |
| Use Tax | 3% assessed on 60% of Total Valuation of Improvement as determined by SAFEbuilt | — |
Rooftop Solar / Photovoltaic Permit
Required for solar panel installation or replacement in Severance. Electrical work governed by the 2023 NEC; a dedicated SAFEbuilt Photovoltaic System Submittal Requirements guide governs structural, electrical, and building-plan submittals, though that guide's own code-currency line ('2023 NEC, 2018 International Codes') appears to be a stale/generic template relative to the Town's current 2024 Design Criteria document.
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit application valuation must be based on total cost to the customer (contract price), including materials and labor, regardless of whether provided by the contractor or property owner
- Plan review required for each building on a property; separate permits may be required per address
- Structural engineer's stamped letter required, addressing added roof dead load and additional wind load from the panels; letter must state design to minimum 30 psf ground snow load, 115 mph Vult wind speed, wind exposure C, and Seismic Design Category B
- Ground-mounted systems require a separate engineer-stamped letter for system support and wind load, using the same design criteria
- Four-line electrical diagram required showing modules, circuits, wire sizes/insulation, conduit, junction boxes, inverter, combiner panel, disconnect, meter, fuses/breakers, and grounding
- Roof-mount systems must use worst-case ambient temperature of 56-60 degrees C for conductor ampacity temperature-rating adjustments
- Zoning compliance is the applicant's responsibility to verify directly with the jurisdiction
- The color red may not be used on submitted plans by the preparer — reserved for plans examiner comments
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via Community Core; describe work completely with contract-price valuation
- RequiredStructural Engineer Stamped LetterAddressing roof dead load and wind load per the Town's 115 mph / 30 psf / Seismic B design criteria
- RequiredFour-Line Electrical Diagram and Equipment Cut Sheets
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit / Inspection Fee (based on contract-price valuation) | Valuation-based, determined by SAFEbuilt Colorado | — |
| Use Tax | 3% assessed on 60% of Total Valuation of Improvement as determined by SAFEbuilt | — |
| Solar Arrays Impact Fee (Transportation) | $10.00 per string | — |
| Solar Arrays Impact Fee (General Government) | $10.00 per string | — |
| Solar Arrays Impact Fee (Police) | $10.00 per string | — |
Demolition Permit
Required to demolish any building or structure in Severance. Applied for through the same online Community Core process as other building permits; no standalone demolition-specific fee schedule or guide document was located separate from the general permit process.
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- A person, firm, or corporation cannot erect, construct, alter, repair, move, or demolish any building or structure without first obtaining a building permit, per the What Needs a Permit guide
- All building permits, including demolition, are applied for online via Community Core
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via Community Core, describing the demolition scope
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit / Inspection Fee | Valuation-based, determined by SAFEbuilt Colorado | No demolition-specific fee line was found in the 2026 Fee Schedule; demolition is billed under the general Building Permit Fee mechanism per the What Needs a Permit guide's statement that demolition requires 'a building permit' |
Commercial Tenant Finish / Remodel Permit
Required for commercial tenant finish and remodel work in Severance. Governed by the 2024 International Codes (2024 IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC, 2024 IECC, 2023 NEC as adopted). The Town publishes a dedicated Commercial Tenant Finish/Remodel Plan Submittal Procedure distinct from new commercial construction.
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit application describing project scope, square footage, total project valuation, electrical valuation, surrounding-space use, construction type, and occupancy group
- Architectural plans (stamped by a Colorado-licensed architect or engineer) required, including floor plan, wall section details, building section, fire-rating details, and code summary
- Structural plans required for any structural changes (bearing wall removal/openings, floor systems for storage, etc.)
- Electrical plans required for added circuits, service upgrades, or emergency lighting, including load calculations, one-line diagrams, and fault-current analysis
- Mechanical plans required for any HVAC equipment changes, relocation, or replacement of ductwork/refrigeration piping
- Plumbing plans required for any changes to sewer, drains, vents, water piping, roof drains, or gas piping
- Documentation showing compliance with the 2024 IECC required
- All plan sheets must bear the original seal of a Colorado-licensed architect or engineer per C.R.S., unless exempted under section 12-4-112 C.R.S.
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via Community Core
- RequiredArchitectural, Structural, Electrical, and Mechanical/Plumbing PlansEach stamped by the appropriate Colorado-licensed design professional as applicable to project scope
- Required2024 IECC Compliance Documentation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit / Inspection Fee | Valuation-based, determined by SAFEbuilt Colorado | — |
| Use Tax | 3% assessed on 60% of Total Valuation of Improvement as determined by SAFEbuilt | — |
| Transportation Impact Fee (Commercial) | $12,105.00 per 1,000 sq ft | — |
| Police Impact Fee (Commercial) | $5,680.00 per 1,000 sq ft | — |
Deck / Covered Patio / Carport Permit
VerifiedRequired for attached and detached decks, pergolas, patio covers, and carports in Severance. Governed by the 2024 IRC as adopted; the Town publishes dedicated Uncovered Decks & Porches and Patio Covers/Carport guides.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Site plan showing setbacks, house attachment details, guardrails, footings, and cross-section deck plan required per the Uncovered Decks & Porches guide
- Owner-builders are the responsible party of record; hiring an unlicensed contractor who secures an 'owner-builder' permit while implying the owner is providing labor/materials personally is flagged as a frequent improper practice in the Town's own guide
- Permits are valid for work to begin within six months of issuance
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via Community Core
- RequiredSite Plan, House Attachment Detail, Guardrail Detail, Footing Detail, Cross-Section Deck PlanPer the Uncovered Decks & Porches guide's required submittal pages
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit / Inspection Fee | Valuation-based, determined by SAFEbuilt Colorado | — |
| Use Tax | 3% assessed on 60% of Total Valuation of Improvement as determined by SAFEbuilt | — |
Sources & verification
Key facts verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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