Colorado Flooring Installation Permits & Contractor Licensing

Colorado licenses contractors at the city or county level rather than statewide. Denver, Aurora, Colorado Springs, and Boulder each maintain their own license classes.

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At-a-glance

  • Licensing body: Licensed at the city or county level (no state general contractor license)
  • License threshold: Varies by municipality; Denver requires a Class B or C license for most residential flooring projects
  • Permit authority: City or county building department
  • Typical fees: $150–$500 for a flooring installation permit

Denver metro licensing

Denver requires a Class B or C license for most residential flooring projects. Verify at denvergov.org (Community Planning and Development). Aurora, Lakewood, and Arvada have similar city-level licensing.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a state license?+

Not for general contractors. Plumbing and electrical are state-licensed. General remodel licensing happens at city or county level.

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