Building Codes & Requirements

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The City of Littleton has adopted the following building codes. Codes indicated with an asterisk (*) have been amended in the 2012 International Model Codes Amendments

2012 International Building Code* (effective 01/01/2014)
2012 International Residential Code* (effective 01/01/2014)
2012 International Mechanical Code* (effective 01/01/2014)
2014 National Electrical Code* (adopted 2/19/2015)
2012 International Plumbing Code* (effective 01/01/2014)
2012 International Fuel Gas Code* (effective 01/01/2014)
2012 Property Maintenance Code* (effective 01/01/2014)
1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings*
ANSI/ASME A-17.1 2007 Elevator and Escalator Safety Code; ASME A17.3 2005; ASME A18.1 2005 Platform Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts Safety Code; ASME A18.1 2005*
2012 International Energy Conservation Code* (effective 01/01/2014)
2009 International Fire Code (effective 10/20/2009) - Amended in Title 5
Littleton Municipal Code, Title 4

Before calling, please check the Littleton City Limits map to be sure the address is in the city limits.

The following are examples of permit types, including definition, submittal requirements, and applicable code. All permit applications and their required documents must be submitted electronically.

Electronic File Submittal Requirements - Building Division

Littleton Permit Submittal Requirements

Fence Requirements

Single Family Residential Building Guides

Questions should be e-mailed to the Permit Center at permits@littletongov.org and they will be directed to the appropriate staff member for response and follow-up.

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