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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Security-Widefield (unincorporated area)
PPRBD permit rules for unincorporated El Paso County apply. Permits generally required for most structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, roofing, retaining wall, and similar construction work.
Detached accessory structures up to 200 square feet
Fences not over 7 feet high
Retaining walls not over 4 feet
Flatwork, walks, driveways within regional exemption thresholds
Painting, papering, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
Portable appliances and minor plumbing repairs
- Exempt Detached accessory structures up to 200 square feet
- Exempt Fences not over 7 feet high
- Exempt Retaining walls not over 4 feet
- Exempt Flatwork, walks, driveways within regional exemption thresholds
- Exempt Painting, papering, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
- Exempt Portable appliances and minor plumbing repairs
Required documents
- PPRBD permit forms and project-specific plans
- County applications for separate development review, floodplain, grading, driveway access, or right-of-way permits
- Building code
- 2023 Pikes Peak Regional Building Code as adopted by El Paso County through regional code system. County Appendix C contains county-specific modifications.
- Permit validity
- PPRBD permits administratively closed if no inspection within 6 months; one extension to 180 days if requested; void if no inspection within 1 year or work abandoned for 1 year.
- Owner-builder
- PPRBD homeowner rules apply to owner-occupied primary residences only.
- Contractor requirements
- PPRBD contractor licensing and registration applies. State-licensed plumbing and electrical contractors must register with PPRBD.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Treat parcel as unincorporated El Paso County; Security-Widefield has no separate public building office.
- 02 Confirm zoning, land use, floodplain, access, or development requirements with El Paso County Planning.
- 03 Submit building permit materials to PPRBD and complete required electronic plan review.
- 04 Complete required outside-agency reviews (zoning, fire, engineering, health, utilities).
- 05 Pay PPRBD permit fees and any county charges for development review, floodplain, grading, or right-of-way.
- 06 After permit issuance, keep approved materials on site and schedule inspections through PPRBD.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective Current
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$50 PPRBD valuation table
02
Plan check fee
PPRBD plan examination 28% of building permit fee
03
Permit fee formula
PPRBD valuation-based and flat-fee permit schedule for building permit layer. Separate county fees may apply for development applications, floodplain permits, right-of-way, or other county approvals.
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
Building payments follow PPRBD processes. County-side payment methods vary by permit type; not consolidated into one Security-Widefield page.
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 requests weekdays from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
- Inspection hours
- Estimated arrival after 9:00 AM
Typical sequence: Project-dependent PPRBD sequence including footing, foundation, framing, insulation, rough trade, and final; county-side inspections for zoning, floodplain, engineering, health where applicable.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Security-Widefield (unincorporated area) permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Security-Widefield (unincorporated area), CO? ▸
PPRBD permit rules for unincorporated El Paso County apply. Permits generally required for most structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, roofing, retaining wall, and similar construction work.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Security-Widefield (unincorporated area), CO? ▸
Building permit fees in Security-Widefield (unincorporated area), CO are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $50 PPRBD valuation table. Fees are calculated as: PPRBD valuation-based and flat-fee permit schedule for building permit layer. Separate county fees may apply for development applications, floodplain permits, right-of-way, or other county approvals.. Plan check fee: PPRBD plan examination 28% of building permit fee.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Security-Widefield (unincorporated area), CO? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Security-Widefield (unincorporated area), CO, follow these steps: 1. Treat parcel as unincorporated El Paso County; Security-Widefield has no separate public building office. 2. Confirm zoning, land use, floodplain, access, or development requirements with El Paso County Planning. 3. Submit building permit materials to PPRBD and complete required electronic plan review. 4. Complete required outside-agency reviews (zoning, fire, engineering, health, utilities). 5. Pay PPRBD permit fees and any county charges for development review, floodplain, grading, or right-of-way. 6. After permit issuance, keep approved materials on site and schedule inspections through PPRBD.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Security-Widefield (unincorporated area), CO? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Security-Widefield (unincorporated area), CO. The following work is generally exempt: Detached accessory structures up to 200 square feet; Fences not over 7 feet high; Retaining walls not over 4 feet; Flatwork, walks, driveways within regional exemption thresholds; Painting, papering, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work; Portable appliances and minor plumbing repairs. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Security-Widefield (unincorporated area), CO? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Security-Widefield (unincorporated area), CO via: PPRBD web account, 719-327-2880. Same-day requests weekdays from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.
last verified April 2026
source Pikes Peak Regional Building Department for building permits and inspections; El Paso County Planning and Community Development for county land use and development applications ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Pikes Peak Regional Building Department for building permits and inspections; El Paso County Planning and Community Development for county land use and development applications before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.