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Codes Enforced & Building Guide Handouts
Codes Enforced & Building Guide Handouts
The city is enforcing the following building codes: Keep up to date with code changes and new ordinances by visiting the Municipal Code or Development-Code Sections
- 2018 International Building Code
- 2018 International Residential Code
- 2018 International Mechanical Code
- 2018 International Plumbing Code
- 2018 International Fuel Gas Code
- 2018 International Property Maintenance Code
- 2018 International Existing Building Code
- 2018 International Energy Conservation Code
- 2018 International Fire Code
- 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
- 2020 National Electrical Code (State Mandated)
Additional Resources:
Basement/Re-model Finish without a Permit
City of Fort Lupton Residential Design Standards
Asbestos Removal and/or Exposure
Health Department Review Information
Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria:
Ground | Wind Design | Seismic | Subject to Damage From | |||
Speed' | Topographic | Weathering | Frost | Termite* | ||
30 PSF |
| NO | B | Severe | 30 in. | Slight to moderate |
Winter | Ice Barrier | Flood | Air | Mean |
1 | YES- Refer to IRC Section R905.1.2 | Refer to Municipal Code | 1000 | 43° F |
Energy Compliance Certificate
Notice to Contractors and Homeowners
- The Town of Ft Lupton now requiring an ‘Energy Compliance Certificate” as part of the requirements to show compliance with 2018 International Energy Conservation Code. The certificate will be required on all new residential permits as of May of 2022.
- Along with the certificate form, leak test reports for Duct-work and Building Envelope will be required. Testing reports and certificates should be completed and available to the inspector during Final Inspections and will required prior to the Certificate of Occupancy.
For any additional questions regarding this requirement please contact Procode at 970-305-3161
Building guide handouts serve as guides to your project. Some guides must be submitted with a building permit application and a site plan. These guides are also available at City Hall. If you have any questions, contact the Building Department at 303-857-6694 or please click here to email.
Guides
2018 Patio Cover or Carport (PDF) 2018 Uncovered Decks and Porches (PDF) Uncovered Decks and Joists Table Residential Fence Requirements (PDF) |
Guías |
Encerramiento de un Porche (PDF) Garaje Separado de una Casa (PDF) acabado del sótano (PDF) |