County Building Permits
Custer County, CO - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Custer County, Colorado. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
unincorporated Custer County only; the county page says permit applications may be printed and mailed to the Planning and Zoning office with required documents and fees
- Department
- Custer County Planning and Zoning
- Address
- 205 S 6th St, Westcliffe, CO 81252
- Phone
- 719-783-2669
- PZ@custercounty-co.gov
Application Process
- Review the county Planning and Zoning page and the homeowners packet.
- Identify the correct permit type or variance request.
- Assemble the form, supporting documents, and fee.
- Mail the completed application to Planning and Zoning, or work with staff directly.
- County staff review the submission for zoning, septic, floodplain, and related land-use compliance.
- If additional information is needed, staff requests corrections or more documents before approval.
General Requirements
county applications cover dwelling permits, septic permits, accessory structures, decks, porches, balconies, special use permits, short term rentals, tiny house/RV permits, and related land-use approvals.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Custer County Planning and Zoning to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Inspection hours
- Mon through Thurs, 8 am to 5 pm
Additional Resources
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- County contacts page
- County clerk and recorder
- County OWTS / septic regulations
- License lookup guide: Colorado Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Colorado Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Colorado hub: Colorado Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Custer County Planning and Zoning before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Custer County Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Custer County, CO?
- county applications cover dwelling permits, septic permits, accessory structures, decks, porches, balconies, special use permits, short term rentals, tiny house/RV permits, and related land-use approvals.
- How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Custer County, CO?
- 1. Review the county Planning and Zoning page and the homeowners packet. 2. Identify the correct permit type or variance request. 3. Assemble the form, supporting documents, and fee. 4. Mail the completed application to Planning and Zoning, or work with staff directly. 5. County staff review the submission for zoning, septic, floodplain, and related land-use compliance. 6. If additional information is needed, staff requests corrections or more documents before approval.
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