FAQs • City and County of Broomfield, CO • CivicEngage

Do I have to have flood insurance?: Mortgaged structures in the 100-year floodplain (Zones A, AO, AH and AE) are required, by their lender, to carry flood insurance. Contact your lender or insurance agent with any questions.

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Community Development - Engineering

1. What can I do if I have standing water on my sidewalk or in my curb?: There are several options available for standing water.
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2. Is my property in a floodplain?: You may search for your property on Broomfield's floodplain map.
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3. What can I do if my sewer is backing up?: If your sewer is backing up beyond the property line into the main line, a Public Private Improvement Permit needs to be submitted. Broomfield offers a SEWER program which eligible homeowners could qualify for a reimbursement. For more information pertaining to the SEWER Program click here. Once the permit is approved, Broomfield will notify the applicant with the necessary fees; and the applicant shall coordinate with the Broomfield Engineering Inspection Division.

4. Do I have to have flood insurance?: Mortgaged structures in the 100-year floodplain (Zones A, AO, AH and AE) are required, by their lender, to carry flood insurance. Contact your lender or insurance agent with any questions.

5. Can I get flood insurance if my property is not in the 100-year floodplain?: Yes. Any property in a National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) participating community is eligible for flood insurance. Flood insurance for properties in a moderate risk zone, may obtain insurance at a preferred risk rate.

6. If a traffic signal is malfunctioning who do I call?: All traffic signals located on state highways, in Broomfield, are under the jurisdiction of the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), call 303-757-9511. All other traffic signals are maintained by Broomfield, call Broomfield Public Works at 303-438-6334. For a jurisdictional map Click Here

7. What should I do if there is a street light outage?: Broomfield has a franchise agreement with Xcel Energy and United Power to maintain all street lights in Broomfield. Click Here for more information on reporting a Street Light Outage.

8. Can I place storage pods or dumpsters on the street?: Storage pods, roll-offs, and dumpsters can be placed on the roadway after a permit has been granted. The preferred location for dumpsters and storage pods are in private driveways.
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9. Am I required to have a permit for a block party, parade, fun run, or other street closure?: Yes, all of these events require a permit. For permit Click Here

10. Are there weight restrictions or routes specifically for heavy construction or oversize, overweight vehicles?: Certain weight restrictions apply to Broomfield roadways. Vehicles that are transporting loads on Broomfield roadways that are over 36,000 pounds, having two axles or 54,000 pounds, having three or more axles. Also, any vehicle 8 feet six inches in width, or 13 feet in height, or 45 feet in length require a over size over weight permit. See www.broomfield.org/engineering for the Excess Size and Weight Permit. For the Construction Truck Route Map
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