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1. How do i contact Pikes Peak Regional Building?

               All building permits need to also go through Pikes Peak Regional Building. You may contact them at 719-327-2880

                https://www.pprbd.org/

2. How do i contact Planning or Permit departments?

         Email planning questions to: Planning@tomgov.org

         Email permit questions to: permits@tomgov.org

3. Do I need a permit for a sign?

Most commercial signs and some signs in residential areas require a permit. Some signs are exempt from permits but these signs must still conform to the regulations.

Section 17.56 of the Zoning Code covers Town sign regulations.

Visit the Sign Permits page for more information.

4. Do I need a permit for putting up a fence?

Yes. You will need to bring in a drawing showing that the fence will be located on your property, that the fence will not obstruct vision at intersections, and that it is in conformance with the fence regulations. Electric fences are not allowed.

Town Code Section 17.48.120 contains other provision information.

Find a Fence Permit application.

5. Do I need a permit to tear down a building?

A demolition permit is required by the Town to demolish any building larger than 120 square feet. PPRBD also requires a permit for this activity.

A demolition permit application can be found on the Engineering Forms & Permits page.

6. Do I need approval to remove trees from my property?

Yes. Tree removal requires a Landscaping Permit. Trees should generally not be removed unless they are dead or diseased, or causing a safety hazard.

Find a Landscaping Permit application.

7. I heard about a new development in Town that has raised concern. How do I voice my opinion?

Contact a planner for more information about the development. Written comments are also accepted by staff on all development applications. If they are received before the Staff Reports are prepared, they are included in the Staff Reports that are sent to the Planning Commission and Board of Trustees.

Contact the Planning Department staff.

8. I want to landscape my yard. What do I need to do?

A landscaping permit is required for new landscaping. Please see Section 17.52.040 of the Zoning Code for water conservation provisions for lawns.

Additional information can be found on the Permits page.

9. Is my property in the Town of Monument?

Keep in mind that even though a property has a Monument mailing address it does not necessarily mean that it is within Town limits. The El Paso County Assessor can help you determine if you are in Monument by following these steps:
- Either enter in the address or property owner's first and last name
- Click on the schedule number
- Scroll to 'Tax Entity and Levy Information'. If the Town of Monument is not listed as a taxing entity, the property is not in the Town boundaries.

For questions, contact El Paso County at 719-520-6300. Visit the El Paso County Assessor website.

10. What are the zoning and subdivision regulations for a property?

The Town of Monument's Code of Ordinances can be found on Municode. Subdivision Regulations are located in Chapter 16 while Zoning Ordinances can be found in Chapter 17.

Visit Municode.

11. What does PRD-2, PRD-4, PRD-6, or PRD-10 mean?

It means Planned Residential Development with the maximum number of units per acre.

Example - PRD-6 allows for a maximum of 6 dwelling units per acre.

For more information, see Section 17.43 of the Zoning Code for the Regency Park provisions of the Zoning Code.

12. What is a Planned Development or PD Zoning?

Planned Developments, or PDs, are zoning and development plans that are tailored for an individual development. The regulations for each development are found in the specific PD Site Plan for the project on file at Town Hall. They are also recorded at the El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Office. El Paso County zoning maps are available online.

The Regulations for Regency Park, including Monument Marketplace and Jackson Creek, are found in Chapter 17.43 of the Zoning Code.

Visit the Planning Department page for more information.

13. What is my property zoned?

You can view the Town of Monument zoning map on the Maps page or you may call 719-481-2954 for assistance. You will need the address of the property or the El Paso County Assessor’s Office schedule number.

Properties that are not in the Town of Monument will not be zoned in a Town zoning district. Please contact El Paso County for zoning information at 719-520-6300.

Visit the Map page.

14. When do I need to get a Building Permit?

Land Use Permits (Building Permits) are required from the Town for buildings over 120 square feet, basement finishes, kiosks, decks, and additions.

A Land Use Permit must be obtained for most improvements prior to your obtaining a Building Permit from the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department (PPRBD). Permits for re-roofing, replacement of water heaters, furnaces, or other plumbing and mechanical permits can be obtained online.

For more information, visit the Land Use Permits page.

15. When do I need to get a Business License?

You will need a current business license from the Town of Monument to obtain any Building or Land Use Permit, including a sign or online permit, unless you are the property owner doing the work.

Business Licenses are obtained through the Town Clerk.

16. Why am I paying additional use tax fees with my Land Use Permit?

Depending on the location of development, additional fees may be required - i.e., Jackson Creek or Promontory Pointe. If your property is located within the Triview Metropolitan District or BRRTA (Baptist Road Rural Transportation Authority) boundaries, an additional use tax will be required. The Town of Monument collects these fees for those entities at the time of permit issuance.

To see if your property is subject to additional fees, please check the Maps page.

17. What are the Water and Sewer Tap Fees for Triview Metropolitan District?

For information regarding Triview Metro's water and sewer tap fees, please visit their website at: Triview Metro Water & Sewer Tap Fees