City Building Permits

Lamar, CO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Colorado Prowers County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City of Lamar, plus properties connected to city water/wastewater within a 3-mile radius of city limits

Department
City of Lamar Building Department
Address
102 E Parmenter St, Lamar, CO 81052
Phone
719-336-2085
Website
https://ci.lamar.co.us/building-department

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: Streamline-hosted city forms page • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Confirm whether the work is exempt.
  2. Complete the building permit application.
  3. Provide project details, owner information, contractor information, estimated value, and asbestos certification.
  4. Submit supporting documents if plan review is required.
  5. Department reviews the application and records the permit.

Source: City of Lamar Building Department

General Requirements

A building permit is required except for aesthetic work such as painting and changing carpet.

Required Documents

  • Application
  • Project description
  • Estimated value
  • Contractor name and phone
  • Asbestos certification
  • Plan review materials when applicable
Permit validity
Permit expires if work does not begin within 90 days or is not substantially completed within 2 years.
Building code
2018 IBC, IRC, IMC, IPC, IFC, IFGC, IEBC, IECC, 2015 Energy Conservation Code, 2015 Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2010 ADA, 2006 IPMC
Owner-builder
Property owner, licensed contractor, or authorized representative may complete the application; application also allows owner, owner's agent, or tenant signoff.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must be licensed with the City of Lamar to perform work within city limits.

Fees

Plan check fee
Plan review fee equals 65 percent of the total building permit cost when required documents are submitted.
Permit fee formula
Fee schedule exists, but the public page does not expose the formula in searchable text; the permit application ties the fee to the current fee schedule.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Painting
  • Changing carpet

Important: No full municipal exemption list located on the public page.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 719-336-2085 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
At least 24 hours in advance.
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Building department coordinates inspections; Lamar does not perform electrical or interior plumbing/gas line inspections.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Lamar Building Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lamar Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Lamar, CO?
A building permit is required except for aesthetic work such as painting and changing carpet.
How much does a building permit cost in Lamar, CO?
Fees are calculated as: Fee schedule exists, but the public page does not expose the formula in searchable text; the permit application ties the fee to the current fee schedule.. Plan check fee: Plan review fee equals 65 percent of the total building permit cost when required documents are submitted..
How do I apply for a building permit in Lamar, CO?
1. Confirm whether the work is exempt. 2. Complete the building permit application. 3. Provide project details, owner information, contractor information, estimated value, and asbestos certification. 4. Submit supporting documents if plan review is required. 5. Department reviews the application and records the permit.
What work is exempt from building permits in Lamar, CO?
The following work is generally exempt: Painting; Changing carpet. Note: No full municipal exemption list located on the public page.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Lamar, CO?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 719-336-2085. At least 24 hours in advance..

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