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3D Rendering in Aurora
3D Concept Package — Single Room, $550
See all 3 jobsLicensed 3D rendering services for Aurora and Arapahoe/Adams County. Photorealistic project visualization.
What Aurora requires
Aurora City Code § 22-184 (amending IRC R105.2) exempts only: one-story detached accessory residential storage sheds, playhouses, or shade structures ≤120 sq ft, not attached to the residence, and not used for vehicle storage. § 22-184
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3D Concept Package — Multi-Room / Whole Home
Full-home measure and a coordinated 3D concept model covering up to four spaces, with rendered views of each.
$475 deposit to book, the rest when the work is done · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Full-home measure and a coordinated 3D concept model covering up to four spaces, with rendered views of each. Deliverables are the renderings and a dimensioned concept floor plan.
3D Concept Package — Single Room
On-site measure of one room followed by a 3D concept model with two layout options and rendered views.
$275 deposit to book, the rest when the work is done · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
On-site measure of one room followed by a 3D concept model with two layout options and rendered views. You receive the renderings plus a dimensioned concept plan.
3D Exterior / Outdoor Living Concept Package
Site measure and a 3D exterior concept for your deck, patio, or backyard buildout, rendered from multiple angles.
$325 deposit to book, the rest when the work is done · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Site measure and a 3D exterior concept for your deck, patio, or backyard buildout, rendered from multiple angles. You receive the renderings plus a concept site plan with dimensions.
FREE PLANNING TOOLS
Both tools are free and take a couple of minutes — start in either one.
EVERY PROJECT STARTS WITH DESIGN
Local Service
3D Rendering Services in Aurora, Colorado
Autotelic provides professional 3D rendering services throughout Aurora and the surrounding Arapahoe/Adams County area. High-quality 3D renderings and virtual walkthroughs that bring your project to life before construction begins. Whether you're in Aurora (Colorado's third-largest city) or nearby communities, our team delivers quality workmanship, licensed and insured.
The build sequence for a 3D Rendering project
This service is a component of How a New build project works in Aurora.
Permits & Licensing
Permits in Aurora
Aurora building permits are issued by the Building Division's Permit Center, which also handles public improvement, sign, and lawn and irrigation permits. Contractor licensing is a City of Aurora requirement, and applications go through the Aurora4Biz.org online portal. Authority: City of Aurora — Building Division (Permit Center).
Permit Thresholds
Aurora permit thresholds
- Code reference
- Permits are generally required for residential remodel work in Aurora, Colorado, per the adopted building codes (primarily the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with local amendments in Aurora City Code Chapter 22, Article V), unless specifically exempt.
- Aurora City Code § 22-184 (amending IRC R105.2) exempts only
- one-story detached accessory residential storage sheds, playhouses, or shade structures ≤120 sq ft, not attached to the residence, and not used for vehicle storage.§ 22-184
- Code reference
- Aurora City Code § 22-135 (amending IBC 105.2) has similar limited exemptions for certain small accessory structures, fences ≤7 ft high (plus all chain-link fences), and antennae/towers ≤25 ft high.§ 22-135
- Structural triggers
- Any structural alteration, addition, or work affecting load-bearing elements generally requires a permit under the adopted IRC (see R105 and amendments).
- Use tax (construction materials use tax)
- Prior to permit issuance, a deposit is required based on 3.75% (three and three-fourths percent) applied to 50% of the total estimated cost of the building/construction/reconstruction/alteration/expansion/modification/improvement (or 100% of the total estimated cost of construction materials/
- Code reference
- This is per Aurora City Code § 130-61.§ 130-61.
- Code reference
- All information is based on the Aurora Municipal Code (Chapter 22) and official city resources.
Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with City of Aurora — Building Division (Permit Center).
Zoning & Dimensional Standards
Setback & dimensional standards in Aurora
Zone-district dimensional standards for Aurora, quoted verbatim from the Aurora Unified Development Ordinance. Knowing your lot's district — and its setbacks, height, and coverage limits — is where every feasibility conversation starts.
I-1setback & dimensional standards
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Rear Setback (min) | 5 ft. |
Aurora Unified Development Ordinance I-1 setback standards (146-4.2.2 Table 4.2-1) — effective 2026-02-23 · View the code
I-2setback & dimensional standards
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Rear Setback (min) | 5 ft. |
Aurora Unified Development Ordinance I-2 setback standards (146-4.2.2 Table 4.2-1) — effective 2026-02-23 · View the code
R-1setback & dimensional standards
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Lot Area, Single-Family Detached (min) | 6,000 sf. [1] |
| Lot Frontage, Single-Family Detached (min) | Subarea A: 50 ft. Subarea B: 60 ft. |
| Front Setback (min) | 25 ft. [4] |
| Side Interior Setback (min) | 5 ft. [6] |
| Side Setback Abutting Local Street (min) | 12.5 ft. |
| Rear Setback (min) | 20 ft. |
| Building Height (max) | 38 ft. |
Aurora Unified Development Ordinance R-1 setback standards (146-4.2.2 Table 4.2-1) — effective 2026-02-23 · View the code
R-2setback & dimensional standards
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Lot Area, Single-Family Detached (min) | 6,000 sf. [1] |
| Lot Frontage, Single-Family Detached (min) | Subarea A: 50 ft. Subarea B: 60 ft. |
| Front Setback (min) | 20 ft. [4] |
| Side Interior Setback (min) | 5 ft.[6] |
| Side Setback Abutting Local Street (min) | 10 ft. |
| Rear Setback (min) | 15 ft. |
| Building Height (max) | 38 ft. |
Aurora Unified Development Ordinance R-2 setback standards (146-4.2.2 Table 4.2-1) — effective 2026-02-23 · View the code
R-3setback & dimensional standards
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Lot Area, Single-Family Detached (min) | 5,000 sf. |
| Lot Frontage, Single-Family Detached (min) | 50 ft. |
| Front Setback (min) | 15 ft. |
| Side Interior Setback (min) | 5 ft. |
| Side Setback Abutting Local Street (min) | 10 ft. |
| Rear Setback (min) | 10 ft. |
| Building Height (max) | 45 ft.[7] |
Aurora Unified Development Ordinance R-3 setback standards (146-4.2.2 Table 4.2-1) — effective 2026-02-23 · View the code
R-4setback & dimensional standards
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Lot Area, Single-Family Detached (min) | 5,000 sf. |
| Lot Frontage, Single-Family Detached (min) | 50 ft. |
| Front Setback (min) | 12 ft. |
| Side Interior Setback (min) | 5 ft. |
| Side Setback Abutting Local Street (min) | 7.5 ft. |
| Rear Setback (min) | 10 ft. |
| Building Height (max) | 65 ft.[8] |
Aurora Unified Development Ordinance R-4 setback standards (146-4.2.2 Table 4.2-1) — effective 2026-02-23 · View the code
R-MHsetback & dimensional standards
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Lot Area, Single-Family Detached (min) | [2] |
| Front Setback (min) | 15 ft. |
| Side Interior Setback (min) | 5 ft. |
| Side Setback Abutting Local Street (min) | 15 ft. |
| Rear Setback (min) | 8 ft. |
| Building Height (max) | 20 ft.[9] |
Aurora Unified Development Ordinance R-MH setback standards (146-4.2.2 Table 4.2-1) — effective 2026-02-23 · View the code
R-Rsetback & dimensional standards
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Lot Area, Single-Family Detached (min) | 43,560 sf. |
| Lot Frontage, Single-Family Detached (min) | 120 ft. |
| Front Setback (min) | 30 ft. |
| Side Interior Setback (min) | 10 ft. |
| Side Setback Abutting Local Street (min) | 25 ft. |
| Rear Setback (min) | 25 ft. |
| Building Height (max) | 38 ft. |
Aurora Unified Development Ordinance R-R setback standards (146-4.2.2 Table 4.2-1) — effective 2026-02-23 · View the code
Verify current requirements with the jurisdiction — informational reference only. Standards vary by overlay, lot, and use; we confirm the exact rules for your property during feasibility.
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What this covers
Massing, exterior, and interior stills from the schematic model so owners can review form before permit drawings. Views are coordinated with the Denver lot, setbacks, and bulk-plane constraints when those are in the brief.
FAQ
Common questions
How much does 3D Concept Package — Single Room cost in Aurora?
$550.
How do I book?
Press Book next to the job, pick a date and a morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4) window, and pay the $275 deposit. We confirm within 24 hours or refund you in full.
Who handles the 3d rendering permits and licensing?
A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates licensed specialty trades. Colorado has no statewide general-contractor license; cities and counties license general contractors. DORA licenses electrical and plumbing, not general contractors.
What is typically in scope for 3d rendering in Denver?
Massing, exterior, and interior stills from the schematic model so owners can review form before permit drawings.
Service Area
Serving Aurora and Arapahoe/Adams County
We serve Aurora, CO and all surrounding Denver metro communities. Our team is based in Denver and operates throughout the Front Range, from Castle Rock to Longmont and everywhere in between. Contact us for a free estimate on your Aurora project.
How It Runs
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DESIGN SERVICES
Discovery & Site Analysis
Needs + preference programming, site survey, as-built documentation, feasibility.
We walk, measure, and photograph your property — existing conditions, utilities, structure, and constraints. You get the as-built documentation and feasibility read that every later decision rests on.
Learn more →Concept Design & Space Planning
Schematic design, floor plan studies, layout options.
Your scope becomes schematic floor plans you can compare side by side — circulation, daylight, adjacencies, and what each option does to the budget. Layout decisions happen on paper, where changes are cheap.
Learn more →Architectural Design & 3D Renderings
Design development, materials + finishes, photorealistic visualization.
The chosen concept resolves into materials, finishes, fixtures, and lighting — with the automation layer drawn in. Photorealistic renderings let you walk the space and adjust before anything is priced.
Learn more →Construction Documents & Permitting
Full CD sets, structural + MEP engineering coordination, permit-ready drawings.
Approved designs become coordinated architectural, structural, and MEP sheets — the set your jurisdiction permits from and trades build from. We submit, track, and answer review comments.
Learn more →CONSTRUCTION
New Construction & Custom Homes
Ground-up homes and light commercial, dirt to keys.
Ground-up residential and light commercial builds — foundations through finishes, including modular and steel construction. One accountable builder from dirt to keys.
Learn more →Remodels & Additions
Kitchens, baths, basements, pop-tops, whole-home.
Kitchens, baths, basements, pop-tops, and whole-home renovations that respect the house you already have. We handle structure, permits, and the dust.
Learn more →Commercial Tenant Finish & Build-Outs
Shells to working spaces — retail, office, restaurant, school.
Raw shells become working spaces — showrooms, offices, restaurants, schools. Dealer-spec finishes, code compliance, and opening dates held.
Learn more →ADUs & Modular Construction
Backyard cottages, garage conversions, factory-built homes.
Backyard cottages, garage conversions, and factory-built homes — zoning, design, permits, and set. Denver’s ADU rules are a specialty, not a surprise.
Learn more →Outdoor Living & Patio Structures
Decks, pergolas, and dining patios built for Colorado weather.
Decks, pergolas, and dining patios engineered for Colorado sun, snow, and hail — structure, shade, and drainage done right the first time.
Learn more →TECHNOLOGY
Smart Home Automation
Lighting, shades, climate, audio, security — one interface.
Whole-home control of lighting, shades, climate, audio, and security from a single interface — Crestron, Lutron, Savant, and Control4 designed in, not bolted on.
Learn more →A/V Systems
Theaters, distributed audio, video walls, commercial sound.
Theaters, distributed audio, video walls, and commercial sound — designed, installed, and tuned by the same team for over 20 years.
Learn more →Control Systems
Custom programming — scenes and schedules that fit the space.
Every subsystem brought into one elegant interface — custom programming for homes and venues, with scenes and schedules that match how the space is actually used.
Learn more →Networking & Edge Compute
Enterprise Wi-Fi, structured cabling, racks, on-prem compute.
Enterprise-grade Wi-Fi, structured cabling, racks, and on-premise compute — the backbone that makes everything else reliable, including our own Barbot platform.
Learn more →Solar & Energy Storage
Solar arrays, Tesla Powerwall, EV charging — certified install.
Solar arrays, Tesla Powerwall, and EV charging designed and installed by a Tesla Energy Certified team — roof, electrical, and app in one scope.
Learn more →Explore
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