Public Works

Two employees repairing the street.

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.

There is no public access to the permit counter at this time; however, permits are being reviewed and issued.

 Online permitting services

  • Contractor registration and renewal
  • Re-roof permits
  • Water heater and furnace permits
  • Some electrical permits (service changes for less than 400 amp, permits that do not require drawings)
  • Prepaid electric, mechanical and  plumbing permits that are part of a currently permitted construction job

 Email permitting services

The following may be submitted via email to permitcounter@lakewood.org:

  • Public way permit applications and traffic control plans
  • Fence permit applications and plans
  • Sign permit applications and plans

When review is complete and permits can be issued, we will contact you via email to complete permit issuance.

Drop box permitting services

Building permit applications and plans may be placed in the drop box provided near the doors to the North Building at the Civic Center Monday to Friday (except city holidays) 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

When review is complete and permits can be issued, we will contact you via email or phone to complete permit issuance.

Please call 303-987-7500 to let us know you have dropped off plans.

Please see Building Permit link below for handouts, forms and other information.

Building Inspection Alert - December 1, 2020(PDF, 73KB) 

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
  • 2020 National Electrical Code

Lakewood Amendments to the Building Codes

General Information

Building and Construction Permits

Specific Information

Links to other agencies:

  • Street cleaning A-Lakewood-crew-repairing-street.jpg
  • 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

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

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

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, 147KB)

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.

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  

Other Useful Links

Reference our Engineering Regulations, Construction Specifications and Design Standards(PDF, 9MB)  ("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

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

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
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.


Blue-Seal-of-Excellence 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. 

Nina Hoffert, MPA, CAFM
Fleet Manager
Contact Information:

Fleet Management
1050 Quail Street
Lakewood, CO 80215

Contact Us

Phone

303-987-7500

Location

470 S. Allison Parkway
80226
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Services

Inspections

Contractor Registration

Building & Construction Permits

Recycling

Report a traffic signal problem

Report a street light problem

Report graffiti on a sign

Report a drainage problem

Report spills or dumping into stormwater system: 303-980-7300

 

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