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Public Works

We keep wheels turning, traffic moving, streets paved and plowed, utilities flowing, stormwater drained, buildings permitted, construction inspected and provide other nuts-and-bolts services to maintain and plan Lakewood's infrastructure.

Building Codes & Permits

Building plans are reviewed ensuring that buildings in Lakewood are in substantial compliance with all applicable building codes.

Adopted Building Codes

Applications made after Sept. 1, 2018, must meet the requirements of the codes below. These codes may be purchased through the International Code Council:

2015 International Building Code
2015 International Residential Code
2015 Existing Building Code
2015 International Plumbing Code
2015 International Mechanical Code
2015 International Fuel Gas Code
2015 International Energy Conservation Code
2015 International Fire Code
2017 National Electrical Code

Lakewood Amendments to the Building Codes

General Information

Building and Construction Permits

Find online and PDF permit applications here
Permit history is available by submitting a public records request

Specific Information

Links to other agencies:

West Metro Fire Protection District
Jefferson County Health Department (Plan review for all new food establishments)
State of Colorado
Office of Oil and Public Safety
Boiler Inspections and Plan Review
Elevator and Conveyance Inspections and Plan Review

Maintenance and Operations

Street cleaning
Street and sidewalk repairs
Storm drainage system cleaning and repairs
Snow and ice control
Water and sewer maintenance:
- Maintains sanitary sewers in north Lakewood.
- Maintains a small water system in the northeast corner of the city.

Learn more

Transportation Engineering

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Report a Street Light Problem	Report Graffiti on a Sign	Report a Traffic Signal Problem

Utilities

Drinking Water

Sanitary Sewer

Stormwater Management Utility

For more information on your water, sewer or stormwater utility, input your address into the My Neighborhood portal.

Private Irrigation Companies

Lakewood Irrigation Ditch Providers(PDF, 80KB)

Trash Pickup

Several private trash collection companies operate within Lakewood. You may want to visit with your neighbors and consider using the same collection company to decrease the number of trash trucks driving on your street and to minimize the days each week when trash is collected in your neighborhood.

Drainage and Flood Plain

Report a Drainage Problem

Is my property in a flood plain?

Flood plain permits are required for all grading or construction in the flood plain, including fences, sheds, decks and retaining walls. Call 303-987-7500 for more information.

The National Flood Insurance Program is a federal program that allows property owners to purchase insurance protection against losses from flooding. Visit Floodsmart.gov for more information, and contact your insurance agent to purchase flood insurance.

Flood Insurance in Colorado - What you need to know

Engineering Regulations

Reference our Engineering Regulations, Construction Specifications and Design Standards(PDF, 2MB) ("The Pink Book") for helpful checklists and standard details, and information for construction in the public right-of-way. For more information related to more specific topics, please refer to our:

Please note, Water and Sewer Regulations only apply in areas served by the city (city Water(PDF, 39KB) or Sewer (PDF, 45KB)Service Area Map).

Land Survey Resources

The city does not provide surveying services. To locate property corners, boundary lines, resolve boundary disputes, contact a private surveyor.

Horizontal and Vertical Control Networks

Lakewood Vertical Benchmarks [LINK TO MAP]
Section Breakdown Information

To contact the Engineering division, email our team: engineering@lakewood.org.

Environmental Services

Report spills or illegal dumping into the stormwater system

Call 303-980-7300
Remember: water flows downhill, and water picks up everything.
Water flows to our springs, creeks and drinking water supply. Do your part to keep our water clean! Dumping liquid or solid waste into a storm drain or creek is a crime.
If you see suspicious activities, such as illegal dumping or spills, please report them to the Lakewood Police.

Colorado Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund

The city of Lakewood is a board member of the Colorado Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund Board. For information on Brownfields, petroleum investigation and cleanup resources visit Brownfields resources.

Methamphetamine Affected Properties

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment administers regulations for meth-affected properties. Information on the following items can be found on their website:

Reporting a suspected lab or illegal disposal
Frequently Asked Questions
Sampling and characterization
Cleanup and disposal
Regulations and statute
Certified individuals and firms
Records review

CONTACT INFORMATiON

Environmental Services

470 S. Allison Parkway
Lakewood, CO 80226

Direct: 303-987-7190

Fleet Management

The Fleet Management Division supports City departments in the acquisition, maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles. With facilities located at the Quail St. maintenance campus, Fleet Management provides City vehicle operators with 24/7 fueling.

The Fleet Management Division consists of eight ASE certified mechanics, a fleet maintenance supervisor and a fleet manager. Together they operate a 10-bay facility servicing an internal fleet of 650 heavy and light duty vehicles and equipment. The City of Lakewood Fleet Management Division is an ASE Blue Seal Certified automotive repair facility.

Vehicles are purchased through various cooperative agreements and bid processes. When vehicles are retired from the City's fleet, they are publicly auctioned.

Fleet mechanic welding If you have further questions or concerns, please email us.