10-4-2: PERMITS:
Permits must be obtained from the Breckenridge engineering division whenever a developer, contractor, property owner, or other individual proposes to undertake earth-disturbing activities, construction of infrastructure, development in or near a floodplain, and for any encroachments into the right-of-way. The engineering division issues infrastructure permits, floodplain development permits, and right-of-way permits. Permits must be obtained prior to beginning any grading, demolition, earth-disturbing, or other construction activities.
Single-family home construction with no encroachments in the right-of-way may be exempt from an engineering permit. Town development permits and building permits are still required prior to beginning construction when engineering permits are not required.
Town engineer to determine permitting requirements based on proposed construction activities. The town requires the following permits. Additional town, county, state, or federal permits may be required in addition to the permits listed below.
A. Right-of-Way Permit: It shall be unlawful for any person, other than an officer or employee of the town in the course of his or her employment, to make, cause, or permit any construction in, on, under, or within a public right-of-way of the town unless such person first obtains a right-of-way (ROW) permit from the town engineer. All work in the ROW shall be performed in conformity with the permit and the terms and provisions of this chapter. For all work within the ROW, the contractor is responsible for locating all utilities and any other permits and approvals necessary to complete the work.
B. Infrastructure Permit: An infrastructure permit is required for projects that occur within public right-of-way, projects that disturb one (1) acre or more, and for private developments that involve public roadways, sidewalks, trails, storm water infrastructure, potable water infrastructure, sanitary sewer infrastructure, lighting, irrigation, fiber optic cable and conduit, other utilities, storm water management, transit facilities, retaining walls, signage, and any other infrastructure improvements.
C. Floodplain Development Permit: A floodplain development permit is required for projects located near special flood hazard areas. Permit requirements are per chapter 3 of this title. (Ord. 3, Series 2022)