Building Services
The Building Services division of the Community Development Department is responsible for processing all building permit applications and administering the Town’s adopted building codes and regulations. They are also responsible for plan reviews and building inspections. Periodically, Building Services will revise and update the Town’s building codes. The Town requires permits and inspections to ensure safe buildings, coordinated development, effective land use, and high-quality site planning.
Building Code
Timnath adopted the 2024 IBC (Ordinance 19 Series 2025) and the 2024 IFC (Ordinance 11 Series 2025 and Ordinance 23 Series 2025) with local amendments. These codes are effective January 1, 2026. The Town also adopted the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (Ordinance 5 Series 2026) with local amendments. This code is effective July 1, 2026.
Contact Information
Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Building Permit Technician:
Phone: 970-449-4639
Email: [email protected]
Building Official:
Phone: 970-566-4674
Email: [email protected]
Inspections Number:
Phone: 970-674-1036
General Inquiries:
Phone: 970-224-3211
News and Updates
Code updates, new forms and fees, and other important updates
Homeowners
Are you the owner of a single-family home and looking to apply for a residential permit without a contractor?
Builders/ Contractors
Are you a builder or professional contractor working in Timnath? Start here.
FAQ’s
We get it! Building projects, permits, using contractors – it can all get a little complicated. Here’s a list of frequently asked questions to help you get started.
Additional Resources
Building Permit Fee-Related Reference Materials
For fee related materials, please reach out to the Building Department at [email protected] or (970) 224-3211.
Basement Finish PowerPoint 2024
Residential Construction Resources
Building Codes
Master Plan Submittal Requirements
Revisions Submittal
All revisions must be sent to SAFEbuilt Colorado Plan Review [email protected] for approval.