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ABOUT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

The Department of Community Development has the overall responsibility of assuring the proper planning and development of high quality residential and business neighborhoods. The department provides "one-stop-shopping" for residents and businesses by consolidating project review, permit and inspection functions within one city department. Our overall mission is to continue to improve the quality of life and employment opportunities for Westminster citizens.   

Today's Inspections

Building

The Building Division is responsible for permit and code information, plan reviews, applications, and fee schedules.

Visit the Building Division page for more information.  

Solar Resources


 

Code Enforcement and Operations & Community Preservation

The Code Enforcement and Operations & Community Preservation Division is responsible for preserving and enhancing existing neighborhoods, commercial areas, business and the community at-large by regulating and controlling the use and maintenance of all properties within the city.   

Visit the Code Enforcement and Operations & Community Preservation page for more information.  

Short-Term Rentals

Short-Term Rental or STR is defined as the use of a residential dwelling unit, or portion thereof, within the City, excluding hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts, for periods of less than thirty (30) days, including but not limited to a single-family dwelling, duplex, townhome, condominium, or similar dwelling.  For more information please visit our short-term rentals web page. 


Planning

The Planning Division is primarily responsible for the coordination and approval process for all proposed land development, and is involved in a number of special projects and long-term land use planning activities. The division also performs inspections and enforces development plans and processes to general zoning requests.

Visit the Planning Division page for more information about the planning process.

Landscape Changes - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The City of Westminster Community Development Department staff regularly assist residents and businesses in Westminster seeking to update their landscaping with lower water using choices. The purpose of this FAQ is to clarify the process for landscape changes. 

Regarding Small Cell Wireless in Westminster

The City of Westminster is getting more interest from wireless carriers who are seeking to place small cell wireless facilities in the city’s public rights-of-way (ROW). Please visit our small cell wireless FAQ page for more information.

 


Contact the Community Development Divisions

Building

4800 W. 92nd Ave.
Westminster, CO 80031

Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

303-658-2075
permits@westminsterco.gov

Code Enforcement

4800 W. 92nd Ave.
Westminster, CO 80031

Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

303-658-4432
codeenfo@westminsterco.gov

General Information

4800 W. 92nd Ave.

Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

303-658-2114

Planning

4800 W. 92nd Ave.
Westminster, CO 80031

Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

303-658-2092
planning@westminsterco.gov