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Town of Rico

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Rico, Colorado. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Town of Rico enforcing official, as referenced in town land use code materials

Street address
2 Commercial Street, P.O. Box 9, Rico, CO 81332
Phone
970-967-2861
Email
townmanager@ricocolorado.gov
Coverage
Incorporated town limits of Rico
Website
Department website
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Rico

Rico land use code materials state no building, structure, or land development may proceed without prior approval or authorization, and a building permit is required before building construction starts

One-story detached accessory buildings of 120 square feet or less
Decks
Fences 8 feet tall or less
Retaining walls 4 feet or less above grade
Platforms, walks, and driveways
Prefabricated swimming pools
Roofing and siding
Remodeling that does not change or diminish the outside footprint of the building
  • Exempt One-story detached accessory buildings of 120 square feet or less
  • Exempt Decks
  • Exempt Fences 8 feet tall or less
  • Exempt Retaining walls 4 feet or less above grade
  • Exempt Platforms, walks, and driveways
  • Exempt Prefabricated swimming pools
  • Exempt Roofing and siding
  • Exempt Remodeling that does not change or diminish the outside footprint of the building

Note: Publicly visible town materials indicate these are not considered buildings and therefore do not require a building permit.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Verify the work is development inside town limits and not exempt.
  2. 02
    Confirm whether a building permit, excavation permit, or soil management permit is needed.
  3. 03
    Submit the permit application to the town or enforcing official.
  4. 04
    Receive permit approval before starting work.

Source: Town of Rico enforcing official, as referenced in town land use code materials ↗

§ 04

Frequently asked

Common questions about Rico permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Rico, CO? ▸
Rico land use code materials state no building, structure, or land development may proceed without prior approval or authorization, and a building permit is required before building construction starts
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Rico, CO? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Rico, CO, follow these steps: 1. Verify the work is development inside town limits and not exempt. 2. Confirm whether a building permit, excavation permit, or soil management permit is needed. 3. Submit the permit application to the town or enforcing official. 4. Receive permit approval before starting work.
03 What work is exempt from building permits in Rico, CO? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Rico, CO. The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached accessory buildings of 120 square feet or less; Decks; Fences 8 feet tall or less; Retaining walls 4 feet or less above grade; Platforms, walks, and driveways; Prefabricated swimming pools; Roofing and siding; Remodeling that does not change or diminish the outside footprint of the building. Note: Publicly visible town materials indicate these are not considered buildings and therefore do not require a building permit. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
last verified April 2026 source Town of Rico enforcing official, as referenced in town land use code materials ↗ entry id permits/colorado/dolores/rico
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Rico enforcing official, as referenced in town land use code materials before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.