Applications & Submittal Requirements#
Before completing an application and checklist for your project, be sure to contact a Development Review Coordinator to help you to meet basic requirements for City staff to begin review of your project. In some instances City staff may request additional information or plan corrections during the development review process.
To learn more about the steps involved in the development review process, CLICK HERE. If you cannot find the topic you are looking for, please check out our RESOURCES page or contact a Development Review Coordinator at DRCoord@fcgov.com or 970.221.6689.
Pre-submittal Meeting Applications#
Conceptual Review#
WHO - Anyone with a land development idea can schedule a Conceptual Review meeting to get feedback on prospective development ideas.
WHEN - Generally, Conceptual Review works best after a brief conversation with a representative from the Zoning or Planning Department to first establish compliance with the permitted uses under the applicable zone district. Once you identify your zone district, you can use the Table of Primary Uses to see what uses are allowed in your zone district. The Table of Primary Uses starts on the fourth page of Article 4 of the Land Use Code.
WHAT - At this stage, the development idea does not need to be finalized or professionally presented. However, a sketch plan or site plan and this application must be submitted to City Staff prior to the Conceptual Review meeting. The more information you are able to provide, the better feedback you are likely to get from the meeting.
Preliminary Design Review#
Preliminary Design Review (PDR) Application
Preliminary Design Reviews offer an alternative process to the standard conceptual review for more complex or larger proposals requiring a greater level of collaboration and problem solving. A more detailed submittal package is required, including: preliminary civil plans, site plans, renderings, photos of existing conditions on the site, and detailed project ideas.
NOTE: Please be aware that any information submitted is considered a public record, and may be made available to anyone who requests it, including the media.
Development Applications & Requirements#
Development Review Fee Schedules#
Other Fees#
What Development Fees Apply To My Proposal?#
At conceptual review or preliminary design review, your Development Review Coordinator will identify the type of development review application you'll need to submit. This will determine what fees apply. If you would like more information on how to estimate fees, please contact your assigned Development Review Coordinator or DRCoord@fcgov.com.
When Are Development Review Fees Due?#
Fees are due at the time of a formal submittal of a development review application. Including Project Development Plan, Final Development Plan, etc. The Development Review fee amount varies and is dependent on the project type. Please see the fee schedule below for more information.
There will be additional fees required by other departments at the time of permitting. Your Development Review Coordinator will help you determine which fees apply.
Payment Processing
Payments can be made by check, debit/credit card or eCheck.
- Debit/Credit card payments are paid online and include a convenience fee of 2% + $0.25 added to all payments under $2,500.00, and 2.75% added to all payments over $2,500.00.
- ECheck payments are paid online and include a convenience fee of $0.50 added to all payments between $0.00 - $99,999.99.
- We will still accept physical checks at no additional fee. You may drop checks in our drop box on the northwest side of the building. The blue drop box is checked throughout the day.
Department Specific Resources & Forms#
Applications for newly proposed development projects may be reviewed by up to two dozen departments.
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- Standard Plan Set Notes
- Annexation Petition
- Rezoning Petition
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Certification of Mineral Estate Owner Notification
- Signed form required prior to hearing
- Parking Impact Study Checklist
- Request for Extension
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Zoning Resources & Forms#
Visit Zoning for:
- Minor Amendment Applications
- Parkway Landscape Amendment Applications
- Eligible Facility Request Applications
Other Zoning Applications & Forms:
- Off-Site Construction Staging Application Form
- Zoning Variance Request Guidelines
- Application Request for Variance from the Land Use Code
- Short Term Rental Denial Appeal Form
- Home Occupation Licenses
- Sign Permit Applications
- Zoning Verification Letters
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Engineering Development Review Resources & Forms#
Visit Engineering Development Review for:
- Development Construction Permit (DCP)
- Development Agreements
- Dedications & Vacations
Other Engineering Resources:
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Light & Power Development Review Resources & Forms#
Visit Utilities - Development Forms, Guidelines, & Regulations for:
- Commercial Service Information Form (C-1)
- Electric Service Standards
- Ordinance Prohibiting Covenant Restrictions on Conservation
- Electric Development FAQs
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Stormwater Development Review Forms & Resources#
Visit Utilities - Development Forms, Guidelines, & Regulations for:
- Stormwater Criteria
- Checklists and Certifications
- Residential Permit Grading and Drainage Information
- Commercial, Multi-family and Subdivision Certification
- During Construction Inspection Checklist
- Lot Grading Certificate
- Construction Details
- Permanent Stormwater Feature Inspection and Installation
- Erosion & Sediment Controls
- Soil Amendment Requirements
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Water/Wastewater Development Review Forms & Resources#
Visit Utilities - Development Forms, Guidelines, & Regulations for:
- Backflow Prevention
- Water Conservation Standards (Landscape and Irrigation) for New Development
- Water Meters
- Water/Wastewater Construction Details
- Water/Wastewater Construction Specifications
- Water/Wastewater Design Criteria Manual
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