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1. I'm getting ready to build a home in Park County. What do I need to do first?

Look at the Development Guide. This will help explain the permitting process and the steps to enjoying your new home.

2. How much do permits cost?

The permit fees are listed at the top of the applications.
Applications and Permits

3. My septic system is failing. What do I do?

Contact the Environmental Health Department immediately at 719-836-4267. A repair permit will be required. After the application has been completed, an inspection will be scheduled to determine what type of repair will be needed.

• Development Permit Application

4. I've applied for a septic or driveway permit. When will it be issued?

It can take up to 10 days after the first inspection for your permit to be issued.

5. Can I install my own septic system?

A homeowner is permitted to install one septic system a year.

6. I'm selling my house. Do I need to transfer the ownership of my septic system to the new owner?

Park County requires an owner to have an National Association of Wastewater Technicians (NAWT) certified inspection and have the tank pumped prior to closing. Please contact Park County Environmental Health for a list of certified inspectors 719-836-4267.

7. I am considering buying an existing home in Park County and would like to know what type of septic system is there. How do I find the information?

Please submit the Public Documents Request Form or contact the Environmental Health Department at 719-836-4267 to request copies of the septic system information. 

8. Where can I get information on a particular well?

Please contact the Colorado Department of Water Resources. The State of Colorado regulates all wells and issues all well permits. 

The Environmental Health Department will only have copies of well papers if the septic system was installed after 2003.

Colorado Division of Water Resources

9. I am considering buying a vacant lot in Park County and need to know if there may be any problems placing a home and a septic system. How can I find out what I may need to know for future development?

Apply for a site evaluation through the Environmental Health Department. During the site evaluation, wetlands that may affect development will be identified. If so, you can apply for a Wetland Delineation. These evaluations do not include recommendations for placement of your home or septic system.
Site Evaluation / Wetlands Delineation

10. How can I get my home drinking water or well water tested?

The Colorado Department of Public Health has water test kits free of charge that will be sent to you via FedEx.

Homeowner Water Testing

11. How can I dispose of household trash or larger items such as furniture, etc.?

For household trash, call Mountain View Waste Systems at 303-838-0560. There are transfer stations in Bailey, Fairplay, Guffey, Hartsel, Lake George, and Pine Junction. Ask for addresses and hours of operation. For larger items, call the Chaffee County Landfill at 719-539-3738, Summit County Landfill at 970-468-9263, Foothills Landfill (Golden) at 303-279-9037 for locations and hours of operation.

12. How do I report a potential environmental health concern?

Please fill out the Citizen Complaint Form. You will receive a report on the Department's findings. Please note: we do need your name, address, and phone number for the complaint to be processed.

Citizen Complaint Form