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Non-Residential Structure

2. A "New Non-Residential Structure" is a new building which is not intended to be a permanent residential dwelling unit. Examples of non-residential structures include academic buildings, retail buildings, and commercial country club buildings. Barns, cabanas and detached garages are examples of Accessory Structures. Sport courts, swimming pools, and outdoor kitchens are examples of Recreational Structures. Please note that the removal of an entire structure to accommodate a New Non-Residential Structure requires a separate demolition permit from the City, which can only be issued after receipt of approval from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Please also note that all requirements of Municipal Code Section 16-20 (Expanded Use) must be satisfied prior to applying for a building permit, as applicable. If you have questions, call the Community Development Department at 303-783-2721.

   A "New Non-Residential Structure" is a new building which is not intended to be a permanent residential dwelling unit. Examples of non-residential structures include academic buildings, retail buildings, and commercial country club buildings. Barns, cabanas and detached garages are examples of Accessory Structures. Sport courts, swimming pools, and outdoor kitchens are examples of Recreational Structures. Please note that the removal of an entire structure to accommodate a New Non-Residential Structure requires a separate demolition permit from the City, which can only be issued after receipt of approval from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Please also note that all requirements of Municipal Code Section 16-20 (Expanded Use) must be satisfied prior to applying for a building permit, as applicable. If you have questions, call the Community Development Department at 303-783-2721.

4. Applying Online

   To apply for this type of permit, you will need to provide the following items:

   1. Completed General Permit Application
   2. Stamped structural plans
   3. Architectural plans
   4. Floor plans and/or other necessary plans or specifications to demonstrate Building Code compliance
   5. Site plan showing all existing and proposed site improvements, easements, 1 ft. contours in USGS elevations, and floodplain boundaries
   6. Completed Floor Area Ratio (FAR) Worksheet (R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4 and R-5 Zone Districts Only)
   7. Site plan showing all proposed and existing exterior light fixtures and light fixture schedule demonstrating compliance w/ Sec. 16-16-50
   8. Height calculations is USGS elevations
   9. Building elevations demonstrating compliance with bulk plane and building height requirements in USGS elevations
   10. Soils investigation if structure is greater than 1000 square feet
   11. Tree survey and tree protection plan
   12. Energy compliance path identified or ResCheck calculations provided
   13. Manual J and supporting documents
   14. Construction staging plan
   15. Right-of-way photos, unless street is privately maintained
   16. Right-of-Way permit application (processed by Public Works), unless street is privately maintained
   17. Pre-application Neighborhood Input Meeting (no document need to be uploaded, just be sure this requirement has been satisfied)
   18. Phase III Drainage Report
   19. Stormwater Management Plan & completed Stormwater Construction Permit Application, if construction will disturb ≥ 1 acre of land
   20. Proof of sewer permit or sewer release form, if there is an upgrade in water tap size or any sewer line work associated with the permit
   21. South Metro Fire Rescue Authority submittal receipt - approval letter will be required prior to issuance of permit
6. Plan Review
   Xpress Bill Pay - Plan Review Payment

   A plan review fee of $1280.00 is required for all New Non-Residential Structures. Payment is accepted via Xpress Bill Pay. Once your payment has been processed, enter your name and the Transaction Number of your payment in the fields below.

8. Applicant Name*

9. XBP Transaction Number*

11. Uploading Documents
    Once you have submitted payment and entered your XBP Transaction Number, click "Submit" to continue to file upload.

    Once you have submitted payment and entered your XBP Transaction Number, click "Submit" to continue to file upload.

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