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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Las Animas County
The county page links to a building guide, permit form, owner doing the work form, contractor license application, demolition permit, and land use regulations. These govern regulated construction in unincorporated areas.
Note: The main county page did not publish a concise exempt-work list. Confirm exemption status in the county land use regulations and building packet before assuming work is permit-free.
- Building permit application
- Project valuation
- Supporting documents required by the county packet or land use rules
- Planning and land use address form
- 1 and 2 family dwelling code materials, if applicable
- Building code
- 1 and 2 Family Dwelling Code and county land use regulations as published in the county building packet.
- Owner-builder
- The county publishes an Owner Doing the Work Form, indicating owner-builder projects are recognized and require the dedicated form.
- Contractor requirements
- The county publishes a Contractor's License Application; plumbing and electrical permits are issued and inspected by the State of Colorado.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Start with the county Building Department page and the Building Permit form.
- 02 Gather project value, permit application materials, and required supporting documents from the county’s building guide and land use regulations.
- 03 If needed, email the project value to Sean.Rogan@lasanimascounty.org or call 719-845-2577 so the county can determine permit fees.
- 04 Complete and submit the permit application according to county instructions.
- 05 Pay permit fee through the Colorado secure portal after the fee is determined.
Fee schedule
Las Animas County building permit fees
The secure portal is used for fee payment after fee determination.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 719-845-2577 (phone)
Typical sequence: Inspections are handled by county staff and follow the permit’s required code sequence.
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Las Animas County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Las Animas County, CO? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Las Animas County, CO? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Las Animas County, CO? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Las Animas County, CO? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Las Animas County Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.