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Permits & Licensing

Important Boulder Construction Use Tax Information

For building permits issued on and after July 1, 2010 that have a final cost or contract price of $20,000 or more, project reconciliation must be completed with the city of Boulder Finance Department.  These projects may be audited.  The Project Cost Reconciliation Return forms and instructions are available at www.bouldercolorado.gov/constructionusetax.  Please refer to the Forms and Handouts tabs on the left side of the Web page.  Please direct any questions about use tax to the city of Boulder Finance Department at 303-441-3050.


Where to Begin?

Are you a first-timer trying to build or remodel? There are a lot of steps you must take before you begin construction of your project. Follow the links on the flowchart below to find out about the steps you will need to take to get a permit. Or go to our Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

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If you already submitted a permit application, you can check the status of your permit with our online Permit Status Report.

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