Homeowner Information 

Home Improvements 

Home Additions

Additions to a residential property will require a general permit with the Building Division. Residential additions will be required to meet established height and setback requirements. 

Sheds, Decks and Accessory Structures

Any shed or accessory structure greater than 120 square feet in size requires a permit with the Building Division. Sheds and accessory structures of any size must adhere to the appropriate setbacks and cannot be located within any easements. 

All new decks or deck additions also require a permit with the Building Division. Decks must meet required setbacks and cannot be located within easements. On grade patios do not require a permit and do not need to meet setbacks.

Home Height

For information on building height for homes and home additions, please see our Building Height Handout. 

Driveways

Pouring a new driveway or doing flatwork? You may need a Public Private Improvement Permit with our engineering division. Please call 303-438-6380 or email engineeringpermits@broomfield.org.

Fences

Fence permits are processed by the Planning Division. For more information on fencing please reference the Residential Fence FAQ. Fence permits are required for all new fences, fence replacements and fence relocations. See Fence Permit Application.

Variances

Variance applications are processed by the Planning Division. Please be sure to contact a planner prior to submitting a Zoning Appeals and Variances request.

Pools

Residential pools require a permit with the Building Division. Pools are not required to meet setbacks however cannot be located within easements.

Solar Panels

Considered to be permitted accessory uses. See our Solar Panels Declaration of Use.

Water Wise Landscaping Strip

Please visit our handout for information on xeriscaping your tree lawn on landscaping strip.