Simla, CO — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Town of Simla Building Department

Street address

323 Pueblo Ave, Simla, CO 80835; PO Box 237, Simla, CO 80835

Phone

(719) 541-2468

townhall@townofsimla.com

Coverage

Town issues permits only for addresses within municipal limits; outside-town addresses must go through Elbert County or El Paso County as applicable.

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Simla

Buildings or structures 150 square feet or less and pre-engineered temporary metal on-stall car ports do not require a permit, but must still meet setback rules; all other buildings or structures require a permit before construction.

Scope of work

Permit?

Structures 150 square feet or less do not require a building permit.

Exempt

Pre-engineered temporary metal on-stall car ports do not require a building permit.

Exempt

Exempt Structures 150 square feet or less do not require a building permit.
Exempt Pre-engineered temporary metal on-stall car ports do not require a building permit.

Note: Setback compliance still applies.

Required documents

Building permit application
Checklist
Supporting documents

Building code: 2006 version of the International Building Code

Source: Town of Simla Building Department ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Submit the completed building permit application and supporting documents at Town Hall.
02

Building Official reviews the packet and informs the applicant of permit cost.
03

Applicant pays by cash, check, or credit card.
04

Permit must be posted in a window visible from the street.

Source: Town of Simla Building Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective 2025

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$25 for valuation $1 to $500

Plan check fee

Additional plan review for changes, additions, or revisions is $60 per hour, minimum 0.05 hours.

Permit fee formula

Valuation-based fee schedule published in the 2025 fee schedule.

Reinspection fee

Re-inspection fees are $60 per hour; out-of-normal-business-hours inspections are $60 per hour with a minimum of 2 hours.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2025) before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

719-541-2468 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Call at least one day in advance, before 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Inspection hours: A specific time is scheduled when possible; AM or PM requests are accepted and often accommodated.

Typical sequence: Foundation, slab/under-floor, framing, lath or gypsum board, final; rough plumbing, gas-air test, rough electrical, and rough heating/ventilation inspections must be completed and approved before framing and before insulation or drywall covers the work.

Source: Town of Simla Building Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Simla permits

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

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

Building permit fees in Simla, CO are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25 for valuation $1 to $500. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based fee schedule published in the 2025 fee schedule.. Plan check fee: Additional plan review for changes, additions, or revisions is $60 per hour, minimum 0.05 hours..

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

To apply for a building permit in Simla, CO, follow these steps: 1. Submit the completed building permit application and supporting documents at Town Hall. 2. Building Official reviews the packet and informs the applicant of permit cost. 3. Applicant pays by cash, check, or credit card. 4. Permit must be posted in a window visible from the street.

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

Not all construction work requires a permit in Simla, CO. The following work is generally exempt: Structures 150 square feet or less do not require a building permit.; Pre-engineered temporary metal on-stall car ports do not require a building permit.. Note: Setback compliance still applies. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

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

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Simla, CO via: 719-541-2468. Call at least one day in advance, before 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday..

last verified April 2026 source Town of Simla Building Department ↗ entry id permits/colorado/elbert/simla

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

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