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City of Federal Heights Building Department

Adopted code

The building permit authority for the City of Federal Heights, a home-rule city in Adams County that runs its own building department. Requires a roofing permit when more than one square of roof covering is replaced and has adopted the 2021 ICC codes.

Jurisdiction
City of Federal Heights, Colorado
Jurisdiction type
city
Address
Federal Heights, CO
Contact
  • url: https://www.fedheights.org/building
  • phone: 303-412-3526
Roofing permit required
true
Registration details
  • license: The Building Department provides a Contractor's Registration Application and a Subcontractor License Form for contractors working in the city.
Permit process note
A roofing permit is required any time more than one square (100 square feet) of roof covering is replaced. City roofing standards require each slope containing damaged shingles to be replaced in its entirety rather than patched, and materials and fastening methods must be rated for 115 mph wind.
Inspection requirements
Inspections are arranged by emailing [email protected] or calling 303-412-3534 before 3:30 p.m. on the preceding day. The State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies administers all electrical permits and inspections.
Adopted code
Federal Heights adopted the 2021 ICC codes (including the 2021 IBC and 2021 IRC) via Ordinance 23-02 on March 7, 2023, effective April 15, 2023 based on permit application date, with the International Energy Conservation Code remaining at the 2018 edition.

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