Construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure.
One-story detached accessory structures, provided that the floor area does not exceed 120 Square feet 18.5m2).
Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet (1219mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a sur-charge.
Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons (18.927L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to 1.
Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project more than 54 inches (1372mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional support.
Decks not exceeding 200 square feet (18.58m2) in area, that are not more than 30 inches (762mm) above grade at any point, are not attached to a dwelling do not serve the exit door required by Section R311.4.
Gilpin County requires all plans to be include an original stamp of a Colorado licensed engineer or architect except as exempted below: *
Single story detached garages or sheds up to 250 square feet where wall height does not exceed 10’ and garage door opening does not exceed 8’ in width. Such space shall not include living space and shall not be heated or plumbed.
* If, in the estimation of the plans reviewer, code compliance cannot be confidently established from the plans submitted, engineered drawing shall be required.
Snow loads vary throughout the county from 60 - 125 pounds per square foot roof load. See link to Snow and Wind Load Map above.
Wind loads vary between 130 -180 mph 3-second gust Exposure C. However, the majority of the County lies within the 130 mph zone. See link to Snow and Wind Load Map above.
Proposed development where any of the following is true shall provide a land survey plat before permit is issued:
Any parcel legally described as a mining claim, lode, mill, placer, or identified by a M. S. number by deed or title; or, a previously divided portion of any of the above.
All sites traversed by an existing non-platted access road serving additional offsite lots or parcels shall require a land survey and centerline description of said non-platted road.
Where building improvements are proposed to be within 10’ of the applicable setback line, or where a setback variance was granted by the Board of Adjustment, a Setback Verification Form signed and stamped by a Colorado licensed PLS shall be required.
Complete application must be submitted to the Building Department. All submittals must include at least 1 full sized set plus one reduced copy not greater than 11”x17”.
Call (303) 515-4355 to request an inspection. Required inspections are listed on the permit display card.
The permit card must be on display at all times and accompanied by a set of approved building plans.
Once a building permit is obtained the following work shall be complete before a Certificate of Occupancy, Certificate of Completion or a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy can be issued:
Finishing work such as cabinetry, carpeting, tiling, trim and paint is not required for a Certificate of Occupancy, Certificate of Completion or a Temporary Certificate of Completion.
Gilpin County requires an access permit when creating, adjusting or adding to a driveway and when accessing a County maintained road. Applications are available through the Gilpin County Road and Bridge Department (303) 582-5004.
For electrical permits contact the Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs at (303) 894-2985 for application and details.
Cobbies Bar & Kitch-Inn is close to the picturesque harbour of Tayport or Ferryport-on-Craig as previously known and is situated on the fife coast of the River Tay, only 10 minutes from the centre of Dundee and offers a family friendly atmosphere. Open 7 days a week from 11.00 a.m. and our Kitch Inn is open from 12 noon providing a great selection of home cooked quality bar meals and snacks at reasonable prices. (check out our menu page). We have a great selection of draught and bottled beers also a wide variety of spirits, malts and wine, along with soft drinks. There is a public bar and lounge area where children