Town of Avon, CO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Corporate limits of Avon

Department

Town of Avon Community Development, Building Division

Address

Town of Avon, 100 Mikaela Way, Avon, CO 81620

Phone

970-748-4011

Email

eblock@avon.org

Website

https://www.avon.org/151/Building

Application Process

1. Create a Cloudpermit login.
2. Submit the permit application electronically.
3. Town staff perform a completeness review within 2 business days, though it may take longer depending on workload.
4. Building Official may request additional information and then issue permit after review and fee collection.

Source: Town of Avon Community Development, Building Division

General Requirements

Regulated construction, additions, remodels, exterior work, land use items, contractor licensing, and development work.

Required Documents

• Plan set checklist items
• Contractor license information
• Project-specific forms

Building code

Public pages reviewed reference mixed code-cycle information; verify on the latest town code page before relying on it.

Owner-builder

Homeowner exceptions are not clearly summarized in the public snippets reviewed.

Contractor requirements

Contractors doing work in Avon must be licensed with the Town; electrical and plumbing contractors licensed by the State are exempt from carrying a contractor license, but still need a valid business license.

Fees

Plan check fee

65 percent of building permit fee may be due at submittal at the discretion of the Building Official.

Permit fee formula

Building permit fee schedule is published and the Building Official may make final fee determinations.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• A grading permit may be obtained in place of a building permit in limited IBC Appendix J circumstances.
• Some utility/engineering work is routed through separate permit types.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: Permit review, fee payment, permit issuance, inspections, and certificate of occupancy where applicable.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Public pages reviewed reference mixed code-cycle information; verify on the latest town code page before relying on it.
• Contractor information
• Engineering permits
• Use tax notice
• License lookup guide: Colorado Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Colorado Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Colorado hub: Colorado Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Avon Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Avon, CO?

Regulated construction, additions, remodels, exterior work, land use items, contractor licensing, and development work.

How much does a building permit cost in Town of Avon, CO?

Fees are calculated as: Building permit fee schedule is published and the Building Official may make final fee determinations.. Plan check fee: 65 percent of building permit fee may be due at submittal at the discretion of the Building Official..

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Avon, CO?

1. Create a Cloudpermit login. 2. Submit the permit application electronically. 3. Town staff perform a completeness review within 2 business days, though it may take longer depending on workload. 4. Building Official may request additional information and then issue permit after review and fee collection.

What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Avon, CO?

The following work is generally exempt: A grading permit may be obtained in place of a building permit in limited IBC Appendix J circumstances.; Some utility/engineering work is routed through separate permit types..

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