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By order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in place for unincorporated areas of Douglas County.  Ordinance No. O-012-004 restricts open fires, open burning, and the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County.

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In observance of Christmas, all Douglas County offices will close at noon on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and will be closed for the entire day on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 26, for normal business. Many County services are available 24/7 by visiting online services.

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Multi-Family Permits

You may not submit for a permit until Douglas County Zoning has given written approval, which must be included with the permit submittal.

    • Douglas County Multi-Family Permit Application – The general contractor, electrical, plumbing and mechanical must be listed on the application. The contractors must be registered with Douglas County and listed prior to the issuance of the building permit.
    • Site Plan including elevation- Must show the building location as shown on the approved SIP, and a separate Accessibility Implementation Plan demonstrating compliance with CRS Title 9-5 Standards for Accessible Housing for multi-family units including townhouses.NOTE: It shall be the sole responsibility of the property owner and/or permit holder to verify the location of all utilities and easements including water, sewer, well, septic, electric, phone, cable, fiber optic and gas prior to excavation or construction of any structure.
    • Construction Plans – Submit a complete set of plans in pdf format, that are stamped by a licensed Colorado Engineer or Architect. A Colorado Engineer must stamp the plumbing, mechanical, structural, and electrical plans.
    • Foundation Plans – Submit a complete set of engineered plans. Include one copy of the structural calculations and project manuals.
    • Water and Sewer – Submit a letter from the governing districts for that area if required.
    • Deed – A copy of a recorded warranty deed or lease agreement.
    • Architectural Control Committee approval if applicable.
    • Soil Report to be completed by a licensed Colorado Engineer is for the area of proposed construction.
    • Fire Department approval has to be received before the permit can be issued. The submittal of the plans to the governing fire department is the responsibility of the General Contractor or Owner.
    • Guide to Commercial Building Permit Submittal