In addition to the previous page of research information; the following information is a checklist of research and requirements to obtain a permit for a shed structure on an existing single unit dwelling or duplex lot within the City and County of Denver.
The following information is required at the "Residential Walk-Through" counter.
- Construction information listed on ICC - Building Guides - English version, Spanish version
- Advisory -305 Site Plan (includes address, and owner's name and phone number)
- Advisory -312 Accessory Structures (garages)
- Advisory -317 Unobstructed Open Space
- Advisory - 319 Bulk Plane and Height Measurements varies between each Zone District
- Wastewater Sewer Use and Drainage permit (for new foundations only)
Who can obtain a permit?
HOMEOWNER: Homeowner permits cannot be issued to LLC's, Trusts, Corporations, etc. Denver Assessor records shall have homeowner listed as a natural person. If permitting as a Homeowner, you MUST apply for permit in-person and provide Proof of Ownership or recorded Power of Attorney. If ownership information differs from Assessor Records due to a recent real estate purchase; provide copies of closing papers with the settlement page showing recording fees paid, other acceptable proof of ownership includes: recent Denver Property Tax Statement, or Recorded Deed. A Photo ID is required and will be verified at issuance of a Homeowner permit. Acceptable identification includes: a driver’s license or a non-driver’s ID issued by a State Department of Motor Vehicle, keep in mind if pulling a homeowner's permit; you must comply with Policy 151.2, or a
CONTRACTOR: Contractors must show proof of license by supplying one of the following: Original Denver contractor's license card (photocopies are not accepted), a company check, or a company credit card.
After your plans are approved and the permit is ready to be issued; you will receive a label to take to the cashier for payment, an Inspection card and additional sheets of information. Calling in for an inspection is simple by following the
Inspection Procedures, which will explain how to call in for an Inspection, a list of the inspection codes, and the Inspector's contact phone numbers.
Keep in mind that only the construction is covered under the 1R permit. There are separate permits required for other
permit types.