Welcome to the city's online development center, which outlines each step in the development process from annexation to getting your building permit. Whether you are planning a large-scale development project, expanding an existing business, or further develop your property, the city is committed to working collaboratively with you to make the development process as easy as possible.

We look forward to working together to make your project a success.

New Processes and Procedures

As of May 8th, 2023 the city has adopted a new online application portal, eTRAKiT.  Applications will only be accepted when submitted via eTRAKiT. 

To begin your application for a permit or project please visit c3gov.com/eTRAKiT 

View our Facts-to-Know Library

Sign Posting and Recording Process

Procedures for sign postings and recording of documents have also been updated. Please review the following documents for instructions:

Sign Posting Process
Sign Posting Affidavit
Recording Process

Review Timeline for New Residential Projects

Due to a surge in development activity and the continued need for thorough plan/document review despite the impacts of the pandemic, the new timeline for review and comment on new residential applications is as follows:
  • 8 weeks for the first round of review
  • 7 and 6 weeks for subsequent reviews

Previously submitted applications, as well as non-residential applications will remain under the previous review timelines. 

If you have questions about your project, please contact the Planning Division at 303-289-3712.

Engineering Third Party Case Review

In response to the COVID-19 situation and the ongoing increase in development activity at the City, the Engineering Division has updated the process to allow for third party reviews of engineering items (civil sheets, construction sets, land use plans) in conjunction with a Land Use Application submitted through the Community Development Department. Please follow the instructions outlined below and reach out to the Engineering Division at 303-289-8150 with any questions.

Engineering Third Party Case Review Application Overview 
(added Jan. 2022)
Engineering Third Party Case Review Application 
(added Jan. 2022)

Area Site Map

To help identify where you stand in the process and better navigate the development center, please review the area site map to find out more information about your next step:

1. Pre-Application Meetings

2. Land Use Approvals

3. Development Fees/Impact Fees

4. Land Use Standards

  • Includes zone district standards for: Single-family detached, Multi-family, Commercial, Industrial, Agricultural and Public/Institutional Development Standards
    • Special Use Permits
      • Includes: Conditional Use Permits, Use-by-permits, Condition Compliance, Marijuana Uses

5. Special Districts

  • Includes: water, fire, schools, Metro Districts, GIDs

6. Civil Plan Approval

  • Includes: Grading permits, Right-of-Way permits, Drainage and Stormwater Drainage Design info

7. Building Permits

  • Includes: Permitting processes, Building Inspections, etc.

Private Activity Bond Allocation Process

The Private Activity Bond program funds privately developed projects, and projects eventually pay back the loan and the investors with interest. Because this tool is becoming more popular, the City is moving from a first come first served process to an application process for the assignment or issuance of this tax exempt bond capacity. Please review the attached document for submittal timing and guidelines. Questions may be addressed to Jenna Hahn at jhahn@c3gov.com. 

Private Activity Bonds Process Policy (added Jan. 2022)