Who Needs a Municipal General Contractor License (Right of Way)
General public improvements, consisting of construction, reconstruction and remodeling of storm drains, irrigation ditches, fire lines, sewer and water lines, sewer and water mains, curb and gutters, sidewalks, streets, potholing, boring, traffic-control devices and similar improvements which are constructed on public rights of way, easements and other public property, and utility services on private property between the property line and the building require a licensed Municipal General Contractor to pull a permit, schedule an inspection and pass the required inspections.
How to Apply
Complete the required application (New License Packet or Renewal License Packet)
New license packet for contractors who have never had a license with the City of Arvada Engineering or your license has been expired for more than a year.
Renewal license packet for contractors who have had a license with the City of Arvada Engineering but it is getting ready to expire or has just expired.
Submit all of the required documents to engineeringpermits@arvada.org or mail to City of Arvada Engineering, 8101 Ralston Rd. Arvada, CO 80002
Required Documents
1. Completed application. See correct packet listed under Resources on this page.
2. Municipal bond form with power of attorney. This form is located under Resources on this page.
3. Insurance and workman's compensation certificates with City of Arvada listed as additional insured. Examples of what is required are located under Resources on this page.
4. Affidavit form.
5. License fee of $210
Paying for the license
The fee for this license is $210. You can mail your completed application along with all required documents and a check to City of Arvada Engineering, 8101 Ralston Rd, Arvada, CO 80002. If you prefer to email your required documents and pay the fee with a credit card please make a note of that on your email and our staff can call you for payment once processed and approved.
For questions please call 720-898-7640