The Town of Bennett recently implemented a new system for issuing Building Permits. You must first create an account. Instructions for how to do so can be found here. If you are an existing contractor please email bennettbuilding@bennett.co.us to obtain an access code, this will allow you to link your existing license and permits to your portal.

You can apply for the following permits through the Building Permit Portal:

One Stop Building Permit
General Building Permit
Fence Permit
Sign Permit
Infrastructure/Utility Permit
New Street/Concrete Infrastructure Permit
Right of Way, Construction or Access Use Permit

How to Obtain a Permit

How to Obtain or Renew a Contractor License

How to Request an Inspection

The Town of Bennett has adopted the following building codes:

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
2020 National Electrical Code

Adoption Ordinance

Municipal Code

Building Permits
Many construction projects require a permit. If you have questions about if you need a permit you can download the handout below, watch this video, or contact the building department at bennettbuilding@bennett.co.us or 303-644-3249 ext. 1032.

Homeowner Permit Information

Once a permit has been issued, work may commence. The issued permit card, and any stamped, approved plans must always be printed and available on site when work is being done.

Failure to obtain a permit prior to beginning work will result in the permit fees doubling.

Permit Fee Information
Please see the Town of Bennett Schedule of Fees for typical fees associated with obtaining a building permit from the Town of Bennett. Please note, however, each project is specific and final fees are not determined until a complete building permit application has been submitted and reviewed by Town staff.

Typical fees associated with building permits:

Building Permit Fee which is based on the total valuation of the project.

Plan Review Fee which is based on the total valuation of the project.

2% Use Tax which is calculated based on half of the total valuation of the project.

0.25% Arapahoe County open space sales & use tax which is calculated based on half of the total valuation for the projects within Arapahoe County.

Building Department