Yuma County, CO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

unincorporated Yuma County only; the county Land Use office handles land-use permit review in county areas, including Activity Notices and related land-use applications

Department

Yuma County Land Use

Address

310 Ash, Suite J, Wray, CO 80758

Phone

970-332-0930

Email

landuse@co.yuma.co.us

Website

https://yumacounty.net/departments/land-use/

Application Process

1. Schedule a pre-application meeting with the Land Use Administrator.
2. Determine which land-use permit or notice applies.
3. Submit the completed application, fee, site plan, and supporting documents.
4. County staff review the application for compliance with the land use code.
5. If additional information is needed, staff contacts the applicant.
6. After completeness and review, the permit or notice proceeds through the county process and any required notices or hearings.

Source: Yuma County Land Use

General Requirements

Yuma County states to apply before you build, modify, or expand on land.

Required Documents

• completed application, site plan, and for Activity Notices, the county form requests parcel information, intended use, structure dimensions, cost, septic and well status, floodplain status, and a floor plan when applicable.

Building code

current 2025 Yuma County Land Use Code is published; the county also references compliance with the adopted land use regulations. A separate county building code edition is not clearly published on the land-use pages reviewed.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Residential Activity Notice fee is $100.00

Permit fee formula

for land-use items, fees vary by class. The fee schedule lists residential including ag improvements at $100.00 and commercial at $300.00, with administrative, minor, and major land use permit fees, plus some special project formulas.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Home occupations meeting county standards do not require a land use permit.
• Other statutory exemptions from subdivision review are listed in county materials.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours

county office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 5:00

Typical inspection sequence: county land-use review is tied to completeness, staff review, and any required public notice or hearing

Additional Resources

• Building code: current 2025 Yuma County Land Use Code is published; the county also references compliance with the adopted land use regulations. A separate county building code edition is not clearly published on the land-use pages reviewed.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Contact list URL
• Land use code PDF
• Activity Notice form
• License lookup guide: Colorado Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Colorado Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Colorado hub: Colorado Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Yuma County Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Yuma County, CO?

Yuma County states to apply before you build, modify, or expand on land.

How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Yuma County, CO?

The minimum permit fee is Residential Activity Notice fee is $100.00. Fees are calculated as: for land-use items, fees vary by class. The fee schedule lists residential including ag improvements at $100.00 and commercial at $300.00, with administrative, minor, and major land use permit fees, plus some special project formulas..

How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Yuma County, CO?

1. Schedule a pre-application meeting with the Land Use Administrator. 2. Determine which land-use permit or notice applies. 3. Submit the completed application, fee, site plan, and supporting documents. 4. County staff review the application for compliance with the land use code. 5. If additional information is needed, staff contacts the applicant. 6. After completeness and review, the permit or notice proceeds through the county process and any required notices or hearings.

What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Yuma County, CO?

The following work is generally exempt: Home occupations meeting county standards do not require a land use permit.; Other statutory exemptions from subdivision review are listed in county materials..