Permit Types
Concrete Permit
Concrete permit info
A concrete permit is required when a licensed contractor installs new or repairs existing concrete sidewalk, curb, gutter or other concrete items within the City right-of-way.
Click here for instructions on how to apply for a concrete permit
Note that traffic control permit is included in the concrete permit. You do not need to apply separately for a traffic control permit.
Please review the Section 500 of the Standard Specifications Manual and Standard Details to ensure that your work meets the City’s requirements.
Only the City-approved mix designs from approved suppliers are allowed in the City ROW. Refer to the latest list of approved concrete suppliers and mix designs (under References and Research Tools).
Excavation & PUE/PIE Permits
Excavation & PUE/PIE Permits Info
An excavation permit is required when a licensed contractor needs to excavate within the City right-of-way, and a PUE/PIE permit is required when the excavation is within public utility or public improvement easements. These permits are necessary to repair or install new water lines, sanitary lines, gas lines, electric, fiber optic, storm sewer pipe, etc.
Click here for instructions on how to apply for an excavation permit. These instructions also apply to PUE/PIE permits.
Note that traffic control permit is included in the excavation permit. You do not need to apply separately for a traffic control permit.
Please review the Standard Specifications Manual and Standard Details to ensure that your work meets the City’s requirements.
Traffic Control Permit
Traffic control permit info
Traffic Control (Only) Permit is required for work in the right-of-way that does not involve concrete or excavation work.
Click here for instructions on how to apply for a Traffic Control Permit
Please review the Traffic Control Manual (MUTCD Supplement for the City of Colorado Springs) (under Traffic Control & Sign Manuals).
To notify CSPD and/or the Fire Department, refer to the links below:
NOTE: Contractors performing excavation or concrete work in the public right-of-way, or excavation within public utility/improvement easements are required to be licensed, bonded and insured. General Contractor licenses do not cover work in the City right-of-way and PUE/PIE. A license for excavation and concrete work must be obtained from the City Clerk's Office located at 30 South Nevada, Suite 101. Licensing requirements and application forms are online for both Concrete Contractor Licensing and Excavation Licensing. Please call the City Clerk’s Office at (719) 385-5901, option 1, or email BusinessLicense@coloradosprings.gov if you have questions regarding obtaining or renewing a license.
Permit Application
Register for a New Account
To use the new online permitting system, you will need to register for a free account.
Detailed Registration Instructions
NOTE: Contractors with professional licenses working with concrete and excavation permits will need to call 719-385-2677 and provide your license number after online registration is complete so office staff can connect your account to your license.
Apply, Pay & Schedule Online
Once your account has been activated, you will be able to login to apply and pay for permits, request inspections, and upload supporting documentation.
Please see the detailed application instructions for each type of permit:
Review & Approval
Permits will typically be ready for payment within 3-5 business days. Once your permit is approved and ready for payment, you will receive an email with instructions on how to pay for and print your permit.
Scheduling Inspections
After purchasing a permit, requests for inspection can be scheduled in the Online Permitting System by 8 a.m. on the day of the inspection. Please note that all applicable inspections are required unless otherwise determined by the inspector.
In-Person Services
You can still purchase permits in person at the City Engineering Permits & Inspections office. Cash, checks and Visa or Mastercard are accepted at the office. Checks should be made payable to City of Colorado Springs.
Location
Pikes Peak Regional Development Center
2880 International Circle, Suite 200-1
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910
Office Hours
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., closed for lunch from 12 -12:30 p.m.
Please call the office at (719) 385-2677 with questions
Useful Links
References & Information
- Engineering Standards and References (includes the below)
- Engineering Criteria (first tab on page)
- MUTCD Supplement for City of Colorado Springs (under Traffic Control and Manuals accordion)
- Policy Clarifications (second tab on page, "Policy Clarifications")
- Standard Specifications Manual
- Standard Details