Town of Mount Crested Butte, CO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Inside Town of Mount Crested Butte limits

Department

Town of Mount Crested Butte Building / Community Development Administration

Website

https://mtcb.colorado.gov/

Application Process

1. Verify permit type and code applicability with the town.
2. Submit application and plans.
3. Complete plan review and fee payment.
4. Receive permit and schedule inspections.

Source: Town of Mount Crested Butte Building / Community Development Administration

General Requirements

Permit required for work under the town code.

Building code

Ordinance text reviewed includes building code fee and plan check provisions, plus town-specific code amendments.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$23.50 for permit fee table entry starting at $1 to $500 valuation

Plan check fee

65 percent of the building permit fee.

Permit fee formula

Table 1-A scales permit fee by total valuation.

Reinspection fee

The ordinance authorizes additional fees when outside consultants or extra inspection work is needed; reinspection language exists in the code.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Mount Crested Butte Building / Community Development Administration to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

• Building code: Ordinance text reviewed includes building code fee and plan check provisions, plus town-specific code amendments.
• Town Website
• Ordinance PDF
• License lookup guide: Colorado Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Colorado Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Colorado hub: Colorado Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Mount Crested Butte Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Mount Crested Butte, CO?

Permit required for work under the town code.

How much does a building permit cost in Town of Mount Crested Butte, CO?

The minimum permit fee is $23.50 for permit fee table entry starting at $1 to $500 valuation. Fees are calculated as: Table 1-A scales permit fee by total valuation.. Plan check fee: 65 percent of the building permit fee..

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Mount Crested Butte, CO?

1. Verify permit type and code applicability with the town. 2. Submit application and plans. 3. Complete plan review and fee payment. 4. Receive permit and schedule inspections.

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