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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Monument
Monument's permit page states permits needed for most construction including additions, accessory buildings, signs, fences/walls over 4 feet, temporary structures, residential solar, grading, right-of-way, and electrical/mechanical/plumbing/structural work.
PPRBD exempt-work rules apply including detached accessory structures up to 200 square feet
Fences not over 7 feet high
Retaining walls at or under 4 feet under regional code threshold
Finish work such as painting, floor coverings, cabinets, nonstructural cosmetic work
- Exempt PPRBD exempt-work rules apply including detached accessory structures up to 200 square feet
- Exempt Fences not over 7 feet high
- Exempt Retaining walls at or under 4 feet under regional code threshold
- Exempt Finish work such as painting, floor coverings, cabinets, nonstructural cosmetic work
Note: Monument doesn't publish universal exemption list; local town permits and use tax may still apply even if regional building permit is exempt.
Required documents
- Monument permit-specific checklists
- Online submittal through Community Connect
- PPRBD plan-reviewed projects need plans in PDF and applicable regional forms
- Building code
- Monument adopted Pikes Peak Regional Building Code under Ordinance 05-2023. PPRBD 2023 code based on 2021 international codes and 2023 NEC; Appendix H contains Monument's ordinance.
- Permit validity
- PPRBD expiration rules apply: administrative closure after 6 months without inspection; one extension to 180 days if requested before expiration; voiding after 1 year without inspection or after 1 year suspension.
- Owner-builder
- PPRBD homeowner rules apply for building permits; only for primary residence owned and occupied.
- Contractor requirements
- Monument requires town business license before permit. PPRBD requires contractors to be licensed or registered. State-licensed plumbing and electrical contractors must register locally with PPRBD.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Monument states permit review times typically 3 to 5 business days depending on scope and season.
- 01 Review Monument's permit page and confirm whether town permit, regional building permit, or both are needed.
- 02 Obtain a Town of Monument business license before submitting permit application if you are a contractor or business.
- 03 Create a Community Connect account and submit Monument permit application online.
- 04 If project requires building permit, submit materials to PPRBD and complete ePlan review if needed.
- 05 Monument states permit review times typically 3 to 5 business days depending on scope and season.
- 06 Pay town permit fees, use tax, and PPRBD building permit and plan review fees.
- 07 After issuance, keep approved permits on site and schedule required inspections through PPRBD and town processes.
Typical processing time: Monument states permit review times typically 3 to 5 business days depending on scope and season.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective Current
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$50 PPRBD; $35 Monument for smaller categories like temporary signs and right-of-way
02
Plan check fee
PPRBD plan examination is 28% of permit fee; $100/hour for additional review after second disapproval. Monument's fee schedule lists planning and engineering review charges.
03
Permit fee formula
PPRBD uses valuation-based and flat-fee permit tables. Monument's local fee schedule uses flat fees by permit type; construction permits for new builds use combined permit for sidewalks, landscaping, and fences; 2.0% use tax due on material valuation.
04
Reinspection fee
$50 first, $100 second, $200 third plus 2-day delay
05
Penalty (no permit)
Work without permit: 2 times the permit fee; double permit fee for after-the-fact temporary sign permits
Monument uses Community Connect to pay town permit fees. Monument taxes filed through GOVOS after January 1, 2025. PPRBD payments through web account system.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective Current) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- PPRBD web account (online)
- 719-327-2880 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Same-day scheduling weekdays from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
- Inspection hours
- Estimated arrival after 9:00 AM
Typical sequence: For building permits, PPRBD inspections typically follow footing, foundation, framing, insulation, trade rough, and final stages. Monument's combined permit can involve local sidewalks, landscaping, and fence signoffs.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Monument permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Monument, CO? ▸
Monument's permit page states permits needed for most construction including additions, accessory buildings, signs, fences/walls over 4 feet, temporary structures, residential solar, grading, right-of-way, and electrical/mechanical/plumbing/structural work.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Monument, CO? ▸
Building permit fees in Monument, CO are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $50 PPRBD; $35 Monument for smaller categories like temporary signs and right-of-way. Fees are calculated as: PPRBD uses valuation-based and flat-fee permit tables. Monument's local fee schedule uses flat fees by permit type; construction permits for new builds use combined permit for sidewalks, landscaping, and fences; 2.0% use tax due on material valuation.. Plan check fee: PPRBD plan examination is 28% of permit fee; $100/hour for additional review after second disapproval. Monument's fee schedule lists planning and engineering review charges..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Monument, CO? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Monument, CO, follow these steps: 1. Review Monument's permit page and confirm whether town permit, regional building permit, or both are needed. 2. Obtain a Town of Monument business license before submitting permit application if you are a contractor or business. 3. Create a Community Connect account and submit Monument permit application online. 4. If project requires building permit, submit materials to PPRBD and complete ePlan review if needed. 5. Monument states permit review times typically 3 to 5 business days depending on scope and season. 6. Pay town permit fees, use tax, and PPRBD building permit and plan review fees. 7. After issuance, keep approved permits on site and schedule required inspections through PPRBD and town processes.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Monument, CO? ▸
Building permit processing times in Monument, CO typically run Monument states permit review times typically 3 to 5 business days depending on scope and season.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Monument, CO? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Monument, CO. The following work is generally exempt: PPRBD exempt-work rules apply including detached accessory structures up to 200 square feet; Fences not over 7 feet high; Retaining walls at or under 4 feet under regional code threshold; Finish work such as painting, floor coverings, cabinets, nonstructural cosmetic work. Note: Monument doesn't publish universal exemption list; local town permits and use tax may still apply even if regional building permit is exempt. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Monument, CO? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Monument, CO via: PPRBD web account, 719-327-2880. Same-day scheduling weekdays from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.
last verified April 2026
source Town of Monument Planning Department, with building permit administration and inspections through Pikes Peak Regional Building Department ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Monument Planning Department, with building permit administration and inspections through Pikes Peak Regional Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.