How much does a building permit cost in Town of Granby, CO?

Fees are calculated as: Excavation permit fee may be revised by board resolution; grading permit fees are by ordinance/resolution.

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Granby, CO?

1. Use the Granby public works/building entry point or portal. 2. Prepare permit application and supporting documents. 3. Submit online through MyGovernmentOnline. 4. Town reviews, issues permit, and schedules inspections.

What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Granby, CO?

The following work is generally exempt: A grading permit is not required when a separate building permit covers anticipated grading activities; Excavations below finished grade for basements and footings of a building, retaining wall, or other structure authorized by a valid building permit; Excavations for wells or utilities; Mining, quarrying, excavating, processing, or stockpiling of rock, sand, gravel, aggregate, or clay in the enumerated circumstances.

City Building Permits

Town of Granby, CO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Granby, Colorado. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Colorado Grand County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Granby

Department: Town of Granby Community Development / Building Division
Website: https://townofgranby.com/departments/public-works

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: MyGovernmentOnline • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

Use the Granby public works/building entry point or portal.
Prepare permit application and supporting documents.
Submit online through MyGovernmentOnline.
Town reviews, issues permit, and schedules inspections.

Source: Town of Granby Community Development / Building Division

General Requirements

Building, electrical, grading, and excavation work, as referenced on the town public works page

Permit validity: Grading permits are valid for six months in the draft code text reviewed, with one 90-day extension possible
Building code: The draft code text reviewed includes town grading and excavation provisions; a clean current building code edition was not clearly published on the page reviewed

Fees

Permit fee formula: Excavation permit fee may be revised by board resolution; grading permit fees are by ordinance/resolution

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

A grading permit is not required when a separate building permit covers anticipated grading activities
Excavations below finished grade for basements and footings of a building, retaining wall, or other structure authorized by a valid building permit
Excavations for wells or utilities
Mining, quarrying, excavating, processing, or stockpiling of rock, sand, gravel, aggregate, or clay in the enumerated circumstances

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours: Granby code text allows some site work only between sunrise and sunset, and construction-related grading/excavation on outside areas only during listed hours

Typical inspection sequence: Permit application review, completeness review, then town engineer review for grading permits

Additional Resources

Building code: The draft code text reviewed includes town grading and excavation provisions; a clean current building code edition was not clearly published on the page reviewed
Zoning information: View zoning info
MyGovernmentOnline
Granby Code Update Draft
License lookup guide: Colorado Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Colorado Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Colorado hub: Colorado Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Granby Community Development / Building Division before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Granby Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Granby, CO?: Building, electrical, grading, and excavation work, as referenced on the town public works page
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Granby, CO?: Fees are calculated as: Excavation permit fee may be revised by board resolution; grading permit fees are by ordinance/resolution.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Granby, CO?: 1. Use the Granby public works/building entry point or portal. 2. Prepare permit application and supporting documents. 3. Submit online through MyGovernmentOnline. 4. Town reviews, issues permit, and schedules inspections.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Granby, CO?: The following work is generally exempt: A grading permit is not required when a separate building permit covers anticipated grading activities; Excavations below finished grade for basements and footings of a building, retaining wall, or other structure authorized by a valid building permit; Excavations for wells or utilities; Mining, quarrying, excavating, processing, or stockpiling of rock, sand, gravel, aggregate, or clay in the enumerated circumstances.

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