Yuma, CO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

within City of Yuma limits

Department

City of Yuma, building and permit information handled through City Hall

Address

320 South Main Street, Yuma, CO 80759

Phone

970-848-3878

Website

https://cityofyuma.colorado.gov/

Application Process

1. Obtain the building permit application from the city website or City Hall.
2. Prepare the application with project description, site information, contractor details, and project cost.
3. Submit the application to City Hall for review and approval.
4. Required inspections are scheduled during the work.

Source: City of Yuma, building and permit information handled through City Hall

General Requirements

the published application covers new work, additions, alterations, repairs, moves, removals, and demolition; the form also addresses roofing.

Required Documents

• building permit application, project cost, sketch or plan if required, and inspection information. The city page also references roofing, windows, and siding requirements.

Permit validity

the form states the permit becomes invalid if work does not commence within six months of issue or if suspended or abandoned for one year.

Building code

the permit form references compliance with the Uniform Building Code and all applicable City of Yuma ordinances. The city also publishes municipal codes and permit guidance, but the specific edition was not clearly stated on the public page reviewed.

Contractor requirements

the form asks for contractor name and license number.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

building permit minimum is $100.00

Permit fee formula

$1 to $500 is $100.00; $501 and up is $100.00 for the first $500 plus $2.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof

Reinspection fee

if work starts before permit issuance, penalty is $150.00; the citywide fee schedule also references building re-inspection fee by the building department, but the public PDF excerpt reviewed did not show a numeric amount for that line

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Yuma, building and permit information handled through City Hall to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• the permit form says required inspections shall be requested one working day in advance (online)

Inspection hours

inspections or information can be requested by calling 970-848-3878; office hours on the city site are Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: permit approval first, then work, then inspections during construction

the citywide fee schedule includes a building re-inspection fee line item, but the numeric amount was not visible in the lines reviewed

Additional Resources

• Building code: the permit form references compliance with the Uniform Building Code and all applicable City of Yuma ordinances. The city also publishes municipal codes and permit guidance, but the specific edition was not clearly stated on the public page reviewed.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Permits and forms page
• Building permit application PDF
• License lookup guide: Colorado Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Colorado Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Colorado hub: Colorado Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Yuma Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Yuma, CO?

the published application covers new work, additions, alterations, repairs, moves, removals, and demolition; the form also addresses roofing.

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

The minimum permit fee is building permit minimum is $100.00. Fees are calculated as: $1 to $500 is $100.00; $501 and up is $100.00 for the first $500 plus $2.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof.

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

1. Obtain the building permit application from the city website or City Hall. 2. Prepare the application with project description, site information, contractor details, and project cost. 3. Submit the application to City Hall for review and approval. 4. Required inspections are scheduled during the work.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Yuma, CO?

Inspections can be scheduled via: the permit form says required inspections shall be requested one working day in advance.

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