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Concrete Services in Aurora, Colorado

Autotelic provides professional concrete services throughout Aurora and the surrounding Arapahoe/Adams County area. Residential and commercial concrete including foundations, slabs, flatwork, retaining walls, and decorative finishes. Whether you're in Aurora (Colorado's third-largest city) or nearby communities, our team delivers quality workmanship backed by Colorado licensing and full insurance coverage.

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).

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
StandardRequirement
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
StandardRequirement
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
StandardRequirement
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
StandardRequirement
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
StandardRequirement
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
StandardRequirement
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
StandardRequirement
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
StandardRequirement
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 concrete work covers in the Denver metro

Concrete projects in the Denver metro include driveways, patios, sidewalks, garage slabs, steps, footings, foundation walls, and commercial site paving or equipment pads. Repair work may replace failed panels or address spalling and settlement where the surrounding slab remains sound. A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates concrete scopes and related excavation, forming, and specialty trades when utilities or structural connections are involved. Cost is project-specific and depends on thickness, reinforcement, access, demolition, and whether the work is structural.

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Front Range soils, weather, and durability

Freeze-thaw cycles, expansive soils, and drainage problems drive many local slab and foundation issues. Subgrade prep, joint layout, reinforcement, vapor control, and curing practices all affect how a pour performs. Hot and cold weather placement needs product-appropriate protection and cure time.

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Permits and who coordinates the work

Structural concrete such as foundations and many addition-related slabs typically needs building permits and inspections through City and County of Denver Community Planning and Development (or the local building department outside Denver). Concrete in the public right-of-way — sidewalks, curb, gutter, and related work — often needs Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) permits separate from CPD. Cities and counties license general contractors. Colorado has no statewide general contractor license. Autotelic acts as a municipally licensed Denver general contractor and coordinates licensed specialty trades when the package includes regulated utility or structural specialties.

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What buyers should define early

Flatwork vs foundation intent, approximate square footage, drainage goals, whether sidewalks or approaches sit in the public right-of-way, and any known settlement history. Structural scopes may need engineering before forming. Access for trucks and pump equipment should be confirmed before the pour day.

FAQ

Common questions

Do I need a permit for a patio or driveway in Denver?

Private-property flatwork rules depend on size, zoning, and whether drainage or structural elements are affected. Sidewalks and other public right-of-way work often need DOTI permits. Structural foundations need CPD building permits. Confirm the address-specific path before forming.

Who handles concrete permits and licensing?

A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates the project and related specialty trades. CPD handles many building permits; DOTI often handles public right-of-way concrete. Colorado has no statewide general contractor license.

Why do Front Range slabs crack?

Soil movement, freeze-thaw, poor drainage, and inadequate joints or curing are common contributors. Proper subgrade, jointing, and drainage design reduce risk but do not eliminate all cracking.

What is the difference between flatwork and foundation concrete?

Flatwork is typically slabs and walks for surface use. Foundation concrete supports structures and usually needs engineered details, inspections, and building permits.

What information helps define an accurate concrete scope?

Use case (patio, driveway, foundation), approximate area, photos of existing conditions, drainage concerns, whether the work touches the public sidewalk, and the city or county for permitting.

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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.

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