Elizabeth, CO — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Town of Elizabeth Community Development Department

Street address

151 S Banner Street, Elizabeth, CO 80107; PO Box 159, Elizabeth, CO 80107

Phone

303-646-4166 x4

permits@townofelizabeth.org

Coverage

Building permits only for addresses located within municipal town limits; addresses outside town limits must go through Elbert County.

Online portal

Town portal / CommunityCore

CommunityCore

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Elizabeth

Typically for any structure exceeding 120 square feet, any addition attached to the main structure, and any project involving electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems regardless of size.

Scope of work

Permit?

Simple Building Permit Application may be used for one-stop projects that do not require plan review, including air conditioner or furnace replacements, electrical service change, water heaters, and door/window/siding replacements.

Exempt

Exempt Simple Building Permit Application may be used for one-stop projects that do not require plan review, including air conditioner or furnace replacements, electrical service change, water heaters, and door/window/siding replacements.

Note: Roofing uses a separate reroof application and is not listed as exempt.

Building code: 2018 International Building Code and 2023 National Electric Code

Source: Town of Elizabeth Community Development Department ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Verify the address is inside town limits before applying.
02

Use the Community Core online permit path or submit the appropriate application form by email.
03

Town/SAFEbuilt reviews the application, plans, and valuation.
04

Permit cost is issued after review, and payment can then be made.

Source: Town of Elizabeth Community Development Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Elizabeth building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Permit fee formula

All permits are subject to 3% Town Use tax and 1% County Use tax based on project valuation; valuation is determined by the current SAFEbuilt calculator.

Reinspection fee

Building permit fees are doubled as a penalty for work started without a permit.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

720-641-1956 (phone)

Typical sequence: Reroof final inspection requires ladder onsite; mid-roof inspection is required when primary pitch is less than 4:12.

Source: Town of Elizabeth Community Development Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Elizabeth permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Elizabeth, CO? ▸

Typically for any structure exceeding 120 square feet, any addition attached to the main structure, and any project involving electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems regardless of size.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Elizabeth, CO? ▸

Building permit fees in Elizabeth, CO are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: All permits are subject to 3% Town Use tax and 1% County Use tax based on project valuation; valuation is determined by the current SAFEbuilt calculator..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Elizabeth, CO? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Elizabeth, CO, follow these steps: 1. Verify the address is inside town limits before applying. 2. Use the Community Core online permit path or submit the appropriate application form by email. 3. Town/SAFEbuilt reviews the application, plans, and valuation. 4. Permit cost is issued after review, and payment can then be made.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Elizabeth, CO? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Elizabeth, CO. The following work is generally exempt: Simple Building Permit Application may be used for one-stop projects that do not require plan review, including air conditioner or furnace replacements, electrical service change, water heaters, and door/window/siding replacements.. Note: Roofing uses a separate reroof application and is not listed as exempt. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Elizabeth, CO? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Elizabeth, CO via: 720-641-1956.

last verified April 2026 source Town of Elizabeth Community Development Department ↗ entry id permits/colorado/elbert/elizabeth

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Elizabeth Community Development Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Town of Elizabeth

Other jurisdictions in Elbert County.