Building Department

The Bennett Building Department is dedicated to ensuring safe, connected and innovative structures within our community. We oversee and enforce local building codes and standards to protect the health and welfare of our residents and businesses.

Our services include:

Reviewing and approving building permit applications for residential, commercial and industrial projects.
Conducting inspections at various stages of construction to ensure compliance with approved plans and codes.
Providing guidance and resources to property owners, developers and contractors on building and zoning regulations.
Addressing inquiries about zoning, occupancy and construction-related concerns.

Whether you're planning a new development, remodeling a home, or seeking information about Town regulations, the Building Department is here to support your project every step of the way.

Building Permits

Self Service Guide - Permits and Zoning

Homeowner Permits

Contractors

Building Inspections

Building Guides and Checklists

Building Permit Fees

Solar Permits

Certificate of Occupancy

Note: The Building Department will be enforcing the 2024 I-codes beginning July 1, 2026. Click here for more information

2018 International Building Code
2018 International Residential Code
2018 International Plumbing Code
2018 International Mechanical Code
2018 International Existing Building Code
2018 International Fire Code
2018 International Fuel Gas Code
2018 International Energy Conservation Code
2023 National Electrical Code

Adoption Ordinance

Municipal Code

The following codes will go into effect in the Town of Bennett on July 1, 2026:

2024 International Building Code
2024 International Residential Code
2024 International Existing Building Code
2024 International Mechanical Code
2024 International Energy Conservation Code
2024 International Plumbing Code
2024 International Fire Code
2024 International Fuel Gas Code
2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
Colorado Model Electric and Solar Ready Code
2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code

The Town will not issue any permits on the new code cycle before the codes go into effect on July 1, 2026.

Master plans and projects that anticipate being issued after July 1, 2026 should work directly with the building department to confirm if they are submitting under the 2018 or 2024 code cycle. Projects that submit under the 2018 code cycle but are not issued before July 1, 2026, will be required to revise their plans to the 2024 code cycle prior to being issued.
All permits issued on the 2018 code cycle before July 1, 2026 may finish their permit on that approved code cycle.
- Permits originally issued prior to July 1, 2026, but that expire after July 1, 2026 will be required to meet 2024 code requirements when renewing the permit or applying for a new permit after July 1, 2026.
All permits issued on or after July 1, 2026 must meet the 2024 I-code requirements and all other applicable codes listed above.
- Exception: Residential developments that (1) are currently under construction and (2) have master plans approved on the 2018 code cycle prior to July 1, 2026, will be given until July 1, 2028 to finish out their current phase of development using the 2018 code cycle master plans. The only developments currently eligible for this exception are:
  - Bennett Avenue Townhomes
  - Bennett Crossing Filing 5 Phases 1A and 1B
  - Bennett Ranch Filing 1
  - Bennett Ranch Filing 2
  - Horizon Village
  - Muegge Farms Filing 4 Phases 4A and 4B
  - Muegge Farms Filing 5
  - Muegge Farms Filing 7 Phase 1

Building Department

Adopted Building Department Codes

Building Code Update 2026