Black Hawk, CO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

City of Black Hawk

Department

Community Planning & Development, Building Division

Address

City Annex Building, 211 Church Street, PO Box 68, Black Hawk, CO 80422

Phone

303-582-0615

Website

https://www.cityofblackhawk.org/community-planning-development/page/do-i-need-permit

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Start by calling the Building Department to verify whether the work needs a permit
2. Projects needing land use review may still require planning and development approval even if exempt from building permit review
3. The city says contractors must be registered and licensed with the City of Black Hawk and must carry insurance
4. Contractors must register with CommunityCore and be listed on the building permit before issuance
5. Inspections are required throughout construction

Source: Community Planning & Development, Building Division

General Requirements

Permit required for a wide set of residential and commercial work

Building code

The city states it is currently under the 2015 adopted I-Codes

Contractor requirements

All contractors must be registered and licensed with the City of Black Hawk and have insurance

Fees

Plan check fee

The building permit guide says plan review fees are included in the permit fee and due on issuance; commercial plans must be stamped by a Colorado licensed registrant

Permit fee formula

Many plan review and inspection items are consultant fee plus 15 percent city administration fee; CommunityCore-collected fees are exempt from that 15 percent surcharge

Reinspection fee

150 dollars per hour for fire department commercial inspections when contractors fail to complete the inspection, do not make corrections, or do not have the permit card

Penalty (no permit)

500 dollars first occurrence, 1,000 dollars second, 1,500 dollars third or greater for starting work without a permit

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Plumbing fixture replacement like-for-like in the same exact spot
• Kitchen equipment repair
• Most appliance repair
• Kitchen cabinets and countertops in the same appliance location
• Flooring
• Painting
• Changing out light fixtures like-for-like in the same exact spot
• Concrete private sidewalks and driveways
• Gardening or stone replacement
• General landscaping
• Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade and not over a basement or story below and not part of an accessible route
• Replacement of flooring or wall paneling
• Drywall repairs under 4 feet by 8 feet

Inspections

How to Schedule

• 303-582-0615 (phone)

Inspection hours

8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday

Typical inspection sequence: Inspections are required throughout the construction process; fire-related work can include plan review, rough inspection, hydro inspection, and final inspection depending on system type

Additional Resources

• Building code: The city states it is currently under the 2015 adopted I-Codes
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Building division
• Fee schedule
• License lookup guide: Colorado Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Colorado Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Colorado hub: Colorado Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Black Hawk Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Black Hawk, CO?

Permit required for a wide set of residential and commercial work

How much does a building permit cost in Black Hawk, CO?

Fees are calculated as: Many plan review and inspection items are consultant fee plus 15 percent city administration fee; CommunityCore-collected fees are exempt from that 15 percent surcharge. Plan check fee: The building permit guide says plan review fees are included in the permit fee and due on issuance; commercial plans must be stamped by a Colorado licensed registrant.

How do I apply for a building permit in Black Hawk, CO?

1. Start by calling the Building Department to verify whether the work needs a permit 2. Projects needing land use review may still require planning and development approval even if exempt from building permit review 3. The city says contractors must be registered and licensed with the City of Black Hawk and must carry insurance 4. Contractors must register with CommunityCore and be listed on the building permit before issuance 5. Inspections are required throughout construction

What work is exempt from building permits in Black Hawk, CO?

The following work is generally exempt: Plumbing fixture replacement like-for-like in the same exact spot; Kitchen equipment repair; Most appliance repair; Kitchen cabinets and countertops in the same appliance location; Flooring; Painting; Changing out light fixtures like-for-like in the same exact spot; Concrete private sidewalks and driveways; Gardening or stone replacement; General landscaping; Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade and not over a basement or story below and not part of an accessible route; Replacement of flooring or wall paneling; Drywall repairs under 4 feet by 8 feet.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Black Hawk, CO?

Inspections can be scheduled via: 303-582-0615.

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