Building


Overview 

The Building Division is responsible for the enforcement of the building, plumbing, and mechanical codes, as well as certain municipal codes as adopted by the Town Council. The Division reviews and processes permit applications, plan check applications and performs inspections of all construction projects.

All building permit fees are at the discretion of the Building Official. Please contact the Building Official for questions about permit fees.
 
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Click here to see the How-To Guide for Creating an Account in the Application Portal

Click here to see the How-To Guide for Submitting an Application for a Permit or Request an Inspection

Contractor Information 

In order to perform contractor duties within the Town of Avon, the contractor must be licensed with the Town. Please contact the Community Development Department at (970) 748-4012 if you are unsure as to whether your registration is current or if you need to register. Registration is valid for one (1) year.

Adopted Building Codes 

The Town of Avon has adopted the 2021 editions of the International Building Codes as follows:

Adopted Standards 

The Town of Avon has adopted the following minimum standards for construction:
  • Frost Depth: 48 inches to the bottom of footings
  • Snow Load: 90 lbs for elevations above 8,200 feet; 75 lbs for elevations below 8,200 feet
  • Ground Snow Load: 90 lbs for elevations above 8,200 feet; 75 lbs for elevations below 8,200 feet
  • Seismic Design: 17B
  • Winter Design Temperature: -20 degrees
  • Weathering: Severe
  • Air Freezing Index: 2,500
  • Mean Annual Temperature: 40 degrees
  • Wind Speed: 115 mph
  • Exposure Category: B, but may be site-specific
  • Mean Annual Temperature: 44.5 degrees
For additional standards and code specifics please review Title 15, Buildings and Construction, Avon Municipal Code.