20. The City of Boulder uses the development review process to evaluate proposed developments and land uses. The Trunk Formula Method uses species, size, condition (or health) and location of the tree to calculate replacement value. How do I request permission for the removal? Alley trees are typically private trees. 1777 Broadway It's free to sign up and bid on jobs. Any structural modification to any building in the City of Boulder will require plans to be prepared by a structural endstream
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Tree grates may be used in commercial zones with high pedestrian use and high turn-over on-street parking. The city aims to be as consistent as possible. Your guide to things to do and places to see during the winter in Boulder, as well as seasonal programs and services offered by the City of Boulder. PO Box 471 View more information in the publication Yards, Lot Lines, & Setbacks. Buildings with zero setbacks combine with street trees can combine to create a canopy over the sidewalk. An Attached or Detached ADU that is located in a structure that is designated as an individual landmark, or recognized as contributing to a designated historic district, has a higher saturation limitation in the RL zoning districts (30% instead of 20%), can be larger than a standard ADU (1,000 square feet for a detached ADU and 1,000 square feet or one half the size of the principal home (whichever is less) for an attached ADU) and is not required to provide an additional parking space. Boulder County does not have Land Use jurisdiction over cities within Boulder County. Please ask the Zoning Division at 303-441-3930 for the specific If the standards apply to your project, you will need to develop a landscaping plan that will be included in the city's review of your project. How is the amount of a financial guarantee determined? Which modifications to a previously established assessory dwelling unit require a new application? were permitted and meet code standards; (2) To formally establish the conditional use (ADU) in the citys records. If you are unable to find the answer to your questions, please submit your question to the Virtual Advisor for guidance. The use cannot produce traffic volumes exceeding that produced by the dwelling unit by more than 16 average daily trips, or a maximum of 30 trips during any 24 hour period. 0000003033 00000 n
If in doubt, contact our office at 303-441-3930. . WA8,2=bxVP\*3aM{mh.)ehQS(SSF/v&+,r>wWW0mu]C2hR(5}[_.fpXEg%qeH:}2nkF_y>@i:sQ2 For > 30', 41'-74', and <75' lots, the setbacks are 3', 5' and 10' respectively. For additional information, please contact Building Inspection at (303) 651-8332 or [email protected]. The use cannot result in noise, light, dust, or other air pollution noticeable at or beyond the property line. See section 9-2-14(d) B.R.C. For single family residential applications, it may be necessary to illustrate street trees, but little more. A zoning map update was adopted by City Council with the code update. The intent of these regulations is to protect the character of established single-family neighborhoods by assuring that new construction and additions are compatible in scale and bulk with the character of the neighborhood. See Residential Marijuana Cultivation and Processing for more information. If you cannot find an answer to a specific question, submit your question through the Ask a Building Official webform. bouldercounty.gov/lu. Use the Ask a Planner form for more information or questions regarding your project. 20. Allowed occupancy of the cooperative unit includes the occupants of the ADU, i.e. This has been interpreted to mean that a building permit has been issued for the necessary work to establish the ADU and the work has been substantially completed. In such cases, the property owners in questions may have to work out the issues privately. What is a saturation limit and where does it apply? Site plan review may not be required if the permit is only needed for: See Land Use Code Article 4-802 Applicability and Scope of the Site Plan Review Process for Development for complete information on when SPR is and is not required. In cases where the zoning rules are being violated, the inspector contacts the alleged violator and begins enforcement of the rules. Even if modifications to establish the accessory unit are located within previously permitted structures (studio, finished basement, etc.) Check your covenants if you live in a subdivision. I want to remove a public tree in front of my house or business. Visit Building permits for Homeowners to learn about the permit process, why they are required and how to obtain one. The ADU must be constructed entirely within the rear 50 feet of the property and meet a 5 foot rear yard setback, must be located behind the corners of the principal dwelling unit, and meet side setback requirements prescribed by the zone district in which it is located. Over the years, these spaces may have been modified to create separate cooking/sleeping areas and rented not knowing that this was not allowed by city regulations. Development in Neighborhood Conservation Overlay Districts to the extent it covers the SPR criteria in its plan. If a zero-lot line unit is proposed, a single 5-foot side yard is required. View a list of inspections scheduled for the current business day. Can I establish an ADU on the same property as a cooperative housing unit (co-op)? Neighborhood Strength: Neighborhood stability is strengthened for homeowners and renters. Buildings provide protection from sun and wind. The Boulder County Public Health Water Quality Program can assist you and can be reached at 303-441-1564. . (4) Walls, Fences, Retaining Walls. Through appropriate plant selection, soil amendments, mulch, and irrigation a lush landscape can be produced. \g`.e=+j&UJ=w4+eu
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Developments in subdivisions approved after February 22, 1994 (unless the subdivision approval otherwise requires SPR). City of Ventura Community Development Department BASIC ZONING REQUIREMENTS CD 217 PAGE 3 OF 4 REV. Change in the location of an attached ADU within the principal structure; Change from an Attached ADU to a Detached ADU, and vice versa; Change in total square footage of the accessory unit; Reduction in total square footage of the principal structure which contains an Attached ADU. The number or type of registration for vehicles associated with the use is not limited on properties located outside of a subdivision. Is a fire suppression system required in a detached ADU? Use them as a reference and edit as appropriate. If you wish to avoid submitting a survey of the boundary line, the zoning administrator will accept affirmation of the property owner that a setback has been complied with when the proposed distance is 20% greater than the minimum setback; i.e. H)9Gr!Q()!1a IVJz!2" *7}HrHTcvIFpz@ M$?.BWKhg>mW1ZzYYPTS?Wdb]B`GbzdQ~E&o9X=( The greatest problem with setbacks from a pedestrian's perspective is exposure to the elements. Visit our office in the Courthouse Annex Building on the southwest corner of 13th and Spruce Streets in Boulder. Additional materials may be requested if it is determined that adequate permits have not been secured for existing improvements. The ADU must be included in the cooperative organization, whereby residents share expenses, ownership or labor. z2@6 JOz|#3Iw'<
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Refer to Sections 9-7-2, 9-7-3, 9-7-4 of the B.R.C. While weed barrier fabric is considered an industry standard by some, the city does not support its use in most applications consistent with xeriscape and irrigation efficiency best practices. Landscape plans vary widely in detail and complexity. Feedback collected from the community will be used to help inform the program review. Refer to Section 3505.13: Setbacks in Chapter 3 (pdf) of the Development Code for a . These standards apply to the comprehensive design and construction of adequate and functional public improvements associated with developing, redeveloping and subdividing lands and providing necessary right-of-way, transportation, and utility services. In the Rural Residential, Estate Residential, Suburban Residential, and Multi-Family zoning districts, you may have up to four weaned animals. Schedule an appointment Boulder County Building Code Amendments At least one owner of record of the lot or parcel is required to occupy either the ADU or the principal home. 2-10 C-2 Zone: Same as C-1-A. A setback is the distance between a structure and the property line and/or the centerline of a major roadway. What is landscape setback? Boulder County, CO. All Rights Reserved. To find out your zoning, we can help you in a few different ways: A setback is the distance between a structure and the property line and/or the centerline of a major roadway. 1981 of the land use code 9-9-12(d) B.R.C. If weather does not permit completion, a financial guarantee shall be assessed per 9-9-21, B.R.C. The area between a lot line and a setback is a yard. See Common Land Use Violations for more information. Please see Building Permits for Residential Construction for more information. @hg+]dbs nAn *mT4~9NFq~m 8Eg 0CIB@c,"mJYJ! 68.305. 0000018690 00000 n
Trees in the public right of way may be planted in a planting strip between a curb and sidewalk or behind the sidewalk. 1981 . Habitable rooms shall have a floor area of not less than 70 square feet (6.5 m2). The Boulder County Community Planning & Permitting office at 2045 13th St., Boulder is open to the public on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and on Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 10.6.7 Residential Setback Requirements. New development and redevelopment are required to meet current street tree standards, per section 9-9-12(b), B.R.C. Setbacks vary depending on the zoning district in which your property is located; whether your project is in a Planned Unit Development (PUD) or a newly platted subdivision; and whether or not you are on a corner lot. the requirements of Section 9-13 of the Boulder Revised Code, 1981 (B.R.C. The character of the lot must remain residential. Incomplete plans will be returned to the applicant without review. See the publication When Do I Need a Building Permit? City Council adopted of the 2018 International Code Council (ICC) suite of codes with local amendments March 3, 2020. ey&ffs.9Cb8lzq^8Ui
{3l{5N[vXU;=dqlvcbUXj It was approved by a vote of 60 to 40 percent but later struck down by a court ruling. Appointments are available on Tuesday but are not required. In addition to ADUs, cooperative housing units and non-conforming structures count in the saturation limit. Setback Requirements Setback requirements vary by zoning district and road. We have zoning maps available at the front desk for your review. For permits that have a condition regarding landscape and/or street tree requirements, all landscape requirements must be complete prior to final inspection. An accessory building, such as a tool shed, or propane tanks often have different setbacks. These inspections must be conducted by: Any structure that is built without inspections #1 or #2 above during construction and is not certified by #3 above is not eligible for electrical, plumbing or gas permits, or inspections by state or local jurisdictional permitting agencies by current state law. Paid summer internships with the City of Boulder to develop leadership skills and promote youth civic engagement. For example, a docket number may look like this: HP-11-0009. All requests for Inspection Scheduling must be received before 3:30 p.m. the working day prior to the requested inspection in order to assure efficient scheduling and routing of the inspectors. . Setbacks also vary by type of structure. 0000003254 00000 n
What are the setback requirements for the property?8 How can I determine the maximum allowable building coverage for a property . Sign-up to receive Emails or SMS/Text Messages on a variety of subjects. Do you have legal access to the site for a driveway? 3. The cost is $12.00. 1981 . See. You will need your permit number and the inspection code (2580). The Trunk Formula Method is used to appraise the value of trees considered too large to be replaced with nursery stock. If you sell off a piece of property smaller than 35 acres without going through an official subdivision process with Boulder County, you are in violation of State of Colorado law. Any healthy tree approved for removal that cannot be replaced by planting a new nursery tree shall require mitigation, consistent with section 6-6-7(c) B.R.C. 1. Commonly used details including Planting, Tree Grate, and Landscape Protection. Trees behind the sidewalk may appear to be in a front or side yard and may be mistaken for private trees. Provide approved roof covering product manufacturers data listing with fire classification per IBC 1505 and assembly details. Set-up a Landscape Inspection for Your Open Building Permit Schedule an Inspection Please use the automated scheduling system by calling (303)-441-3280. Cooking facilities must be eliminated by removing the cooking appliances and all associated wiring and gas piping. Or for a detached ADU on the same property as a new home? If you are unable to find the answer to your questions, please submit your question to the Virtual Advisor for guidance. If the permit is closed (CoO or LoC has been issued), please call staff directly to schedule an inspection prior to release (303-441-4416). Call the IVR System at 303-441-3925 to schedule inspections. 10.6, Loading Areas. The ADU standards require that accessory units are associated with a lot or parcel with an existing single-family dwelling unit. DCS CAD drawings and DCS PDFs are also available. Specific requirements can be found in section 9-9-12 B.R.C. (General Commercial) C-P-D Zone: (Commercial Planned Development) Front Yard Setback - 20% depth of lot or 20 feet ,whichever is less. A home occupation can include the person(s) that resides in the residence, as well as one employee. Boulder, CO 80302 The approved revisions need to be on-site for inspection. CITY OF BOULDER, COLORADO CHARTER AND REVISED CODE Codified through Ordinance No. Their width varies by zone district and by specific project approvals. Main: 303-441-3930, 2045 13th Street O)Y] LhMXoik&,Ly3X/B$uFvBLLvM{cFXx9xFhv:m6=o4,KDO,DK]'kgFS] CQ8YqGht}\.QeATAyzIw{5Mz$Zo_GxaJ%u| The principal structure will be Unit A and the accessory dwelling unit will be Unit B regardless of which unit the property owner occupies. 0000002256 00000 n
If your site plan is not to scale and you do not specify a measurement, we may reject your application as incomplete. Specifically, no more than 20% of the parcels within 300 feet of the property may have an ADU. bouldercounty.gov. Be sure to include your address, Assessors ID Number, or Parcel Number so we can find your property on our zoning maps. A set of Sample Plan Notes are consistent with city regulations, but may not represent your unique situation. Proof you have passed an Appropriate Exam or provide a copy of a valid license issued from an ICC participating jurisdiction Proof of Workman's Compensation and Contractor Liability Insurance Please refer to the requirements of your particular development proposal and the FAQs below. 80302, 2023 City of Boulder. Once your application has been accepted, issuance of the license will take seven business days. 1981 and meet all standards set forth in Section 9-6-4(a), B.R.C. and to stipulate appropriate setback distances from buildings, driveways, property lines, and surface waters. Your planned project must be prepared in a graphic form with a minimum scale. Xeriscaping is not large expanses of rock, cactus or sparse planting. Use of rock mulch is at staffs discretion. 35. R304.3 Height effect on room area. The Boulder Revised Code is the charter for the municipal government of the City of Boulder, Colorado. 1J0X-D/PS,~,A$,NVvk>s8mm(5]Vy$Lc]@;[1Bn &B=Vli6LK~j*~f7ZoFq2) !O 1ysxtX9I )>t~+
L0p|KXG}T,>jyH. For the purposes of calculating this twenty percent limit, an ADU and co-op on the same property are only counted once. The definitions in Section 9-16-1 , B.R.C. Unfortunately, nursery trees do not often match the size of trees removed for development. City of Boulder City Community Development Department Building and Safety Division 401 California Avenue Boulder City, Nevada 89005-2600 702-293-9282 (Main Line) Purpose . You can also check on the status of a file by phone or Email us with the Docket number of the proposal. Below are the two types: Attached and Detached ADUs are allowed, with approval through an administrative review application, in the following zoning districts: Residential - Low 1 (RL-1), Residential - Low 2 (RL-2), Residential - Estate (RE), Residential - Rural 1 (RR-1), Residential - Rural 2 (RR-2), Residential - Mixed 1 (RMX-1), Residential - Mixed 2 (RMX-2), Agricultural (A), or Public (P). 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