Welcome to the City of Cortez Building Division. We want your project to be as successful as possible and help avoid potential problems that could cost you time and money.
The City's Building Official is certified through the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO). This voluntary certification Program of ICBO benefits the community, as the application of this knowledge leads to safer buildings.
The City has adopted and is enforcing the following Codes:
- 2009 International Building Code (IBC)
- 2009 International Energy Code (IEC)
- 2009 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
- 2009 International Fire Code (IFC)
- 2009 International Residential Code (IRC)
- 2009 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC)
- 2009 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
- 2009 International Mechanical Code (IMC)
- 2009 International Plumbing Code (IPC)
- Land Use Code, As Amended through December 2009
See ORDINANCE NO. 1137, SERIES 2010, for details on the adoption of the Codes.
The City of Cortez Land Use Code is now available on-line.
Below is a list of all building brochures the City has developed to inform the public of general requirements. Please check with the Building Official for additional requirements.
- Minimum Requirements for Accessory Structures
- Minimum Requirements for Fence/Wall Permits
- Cold Weather Concrete Placement and Protection Standards
- Minimum Requirements for Building Permits
- Access (Driveway) Standards for Residential and Commercial Development
- Minimum Requirements for Manufactured Home Foundations
- How To Protect Your Concrete Surfaces
- Renovation/Demolition - State Guidelines for Building Renovation and Demolition
- Sidewalk Cost Share Program
The following brochures have been developed by the Colorado Chapter of the International Code Council as a basic plan submittal. Please check with the Building Official for additional requirements.
- Single-Family Residential Uncovered Decks and Porches
- Single-Family Residential Patio Covers and Carports
- Single-Family Residential Additions
- Single-Family Residential One Story Detached Garages
- Single Family Residential Re-roofing
- Single Family Residential Basement Finish
The American Wood Council has more information about framing details.
The following permit application forms are used by the Building Division for review of any projects proposed to be done within the City limits. Hopefully, they will help you plan your project. These forms are provided for your convenience; however, each permit will require the review and approval of the Building Official PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY CONSTRUCTION.
Note: Some applications are marked as "sample forms." These are only examples for your information. Original forms must be picked up and/or filled out at the City Service Center. Please call the Public Works Department at (970) 565-7320 for more information.
- Plumbing Permit Application Form
- Building Permit Application Form
- Mechanical Permit Application Form
- Plan Review Form
- Right-of-Way Construction Form
- Building Permit Fees
- Building Permit Fee Chart
- Building Use Tax Fee Chart (Implemented by Ordinance No. 1054, Series 2005)
- Sq. Ft. Construction Cost Chart
More information is available through the Public Works Department.