Final Design Application
A Final Design application should be submitted after a Sketch Design review has gone before the Planning and Zoning Commission. This application should be used for any residential, commercial, or industrial project that involves a major remodel or new construction project and has already been reviewed at Sketch Design.

Minor Project Application
Minor modifications include changes in paint or building materials, adding a window or small deck, remodeling or adding a deck, adding a fence to a property, etc.

PUD Application
A Planned Unit Development (PUD) application is required whenever a landowner wishes to establish zoning requirements to govern development on their property. A PUD is a special zoning designation that carries its own development standards such as minimum lot size, site coverage and permitted land uses. A PUD application is also required if a landowner wishes to amend the approved development plan for any portion of an existing PUD for their property. Please review the Avon Municipal Code section 17.20.110 for more information on the PUD Zone District.

Rezoning Application
Rezoning applications are required whenever the Zoning District Map or Zoning Code is proposed in any way to be changed or amended that would result in any property being differently designated. The rezoning application does not include rezoning to a PUD or any amendments to an existing PUD (see PUD Application).

Sign Design Application
A Sign Permit is required prior to the placing, erecting, moving, reconstructing, altering or displaying any sign within the Town. This includes all permanent and temporary signs and banners. Many commercial, industrial and mixed-use buildings have a Master Sign Program (MSP) that acts as a sign code for that specific project. Please review
Avon Municipal Code section 15.28 for information on sign regulations.

Sketch Design Application
A Sketch Design application should be used when proposing a major remodel or constructing a new building. The Sketch Design application is followed by a Final Design Application and is used to review residential, commercial or industrial projects.

Special Review Use Application
A Special Review Use (SRU) application is required when a land-use is not specifically allowed in a zone district as a use by right, but instead is listed as a special use. The Town Zoning Code (Chapter 17.20) outlines what land-uses are allowed in each Zone District with the exception of a PUD zoning where the PUD regulates the allowed and reviewable land-uses.

Subdivision Application
Subdivision Applications are required when a landowner intends to subdivide a tract or lot of “real property” into more than one legally subdivided property. Real Property includes raw land or existing building space (i.e. condominium subdivisions). This application is also used when subdividing a duplex into two separately owned duplex lots (Duplex or Minor plat). Please review Avon Municipal Code section 16 for more information on all types of subdivisions.

Temporary Sign on Railroad Bridge
This application is required for the placement of a temporary banner on the Railroad bridge over Avon Road. The banner cannot exceed a maximum area of 43.5” by 180” and may remain up for a maximum of 7 days. The sign must advertise a community event sponsored by a non-profit organization. Contact Matt Pielsticker for questions and availability at 970-748-4413 or via email.

Variance Application
Variance applications are required when the literal interpretation and enforcement of a regulation within the Town Code will result in a physical hardship or practical difficulty for the owner of the property. Please review Avon Municipal Code section 17.36 for more information on Variances.

Avon Municipal Code (AMC)
This is the adopted Municipal Code for the Town of Avon. The Community Development department generally administers Chapters 15-17.

Design Review Guidelines
The purpose of the Design Guidelines is to establish procedures, rules, and regulations by which the Planning and Zoning Commission shall receive, review, and rule on applications for the design of any proposed alteration to real property, including land and any improvements on that land within the Town of Avon.  Please be aware that this file may take some time to load.

Fee Schedule Form
This form outlines the fees associated with any application in the Town of Avon.

Planning and Zoning Submittal Form
This form outlines the submittal deadline for each Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. The form is broken down into each type of submittal with its associated deadline.

Colorado State Electrical Permit Application
This application is a State of Colorado application is used for any electrical review. Please go to Colorado Electrical Board for more information.

Commercial Project Application
This application is required for any new commercial structure.

Contractor’s Registration Application
In order to perform contractor duties within the Town of Avon, the contractor must be licensed with the Town. Please contact Ruth Weiss at 970-748-4004 or via email if you are unsure as to whether your registration is current or if you need to register. Your registration is good for one year.

Demolition Permit Application
This application should be used when proposing to demolish any portion of a structure.

Multi-Family Project Application
This application is required for any multi-family residential structure in an R-1 building classification.

New One or Two Family Dwelling, Occupancy R-3 Application
This application should be used when applying for a building permit for a new residential project with less than 4 dwelling units.

Plumbing, Mechanical, Pool and Other Misc. Permits Application
This application should be use for any plumbing, mechanical, pool or other miscellaneous project.

Remodel or Addition of a Commercial Structure Application
This application is for any remodel or addition to a commercial structure.

Residential Remodel Basement Finish or Addition in R-3 Occupancy Application
This application is required for any basement finish or addition to a residential structure in an R-3 building classification.

Tenant Finish Project Application
This application should be use for any tenant finish in a commercial or industrial project.

Worker’s Compensation Insurance Waiver
This waiver is for a contractor who has no employees and does not have any worker’s compensation insurance.