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Fencing Services in Longmont, Colorado

Autotelic provides professional fencing services throughout Longmont and the surrounding Boulder County area. Wood, vinyl, metal, and chain-link fence installation with gates, posts, and permit coordination. Whether you're in Longmont (north Boulder County) or nearby communities, our team delivers quality workmanship backed by Colorado licensing and full insurance coverage.

Permit Thresholds

Longmont permit thresholds

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The City of Longmont has adopted the 2024 International Codes, including the International Residential Code, effective July 1, 2026.
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Retaining walls over 48 inches.
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Accessory buildings over 120 square feet.
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Accessory buildings 120 square feet or less in floor area, though it is recommended to secure them against wind damage, and they must still meet setback requirements.
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Fencing below certain heights (commonly 6 feet).
Foundations
For one-story accessory structures greater than 120 square feet, foundations must be designed by a Colorado-licensed engineer, and the drawings must be stamped and sealed by that engineer.
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The City of Longmont enforces the 2024 International Codes, which became effective on July 1, 2026, along with the Metro Cohort Model Code.
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The Longmont Municipal Code incorporates by reference the International Residential Code for One and Two-Family Dwellings, 2021 Edition, including various appendix chapters.

Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with **The City of Longmont Building Services (Building Inspection division) issues residential building permits.

Energy Code

Longmont energy code quick facts

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2024 IECC (Metro Cohort Model Code based on the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code, with local/regional amendments), effective July 1, 2026.
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Longmont adopted the 2024 International Codes (including the energy code) along with the Metro Cohort Model Code (MCMC, based on the 2024 IECC with regionally aligned amendments) via Ordinance O-2026-29 (adopted ~June 9, 2026; see Municode Chapter 16.22 for the energy conservation code adoption).Ordinance O-2026-29
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This aligns with Colorado state requirements for jurisdictions updating codes around this period (must meet or exceed 2021 IECC + electric/solar-ready provisions, with amendments not reducing stringency).
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Longmont follows its policy of adopting each new IECC version; it is not the Denver Green Code or Energize Denver program.
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Longmont is in IECC Climate Zone 5B.
Key prescriptive requirements (from the adopted 2024 IECC/MCMC base provisions,
Key prescriptive requirements (from the adopted 2024 IECC/MCMC base provisions, applicable to additions and alterations per the IECC scope for new construction elements in remodels/additions) relevant to remodels/additions in CZ 5B include (specific MCMC amendments may modify details; always verify
Ceiling/attic insulation
R-49 (or equivalent U-factor per Table R402.1.2/R402.1.3).
Adopting ordinance/reference
MCMC/2024 IECC Table R402.1.2 (or R402.1.3 component performance alternative) as adopted in Longmont Municipal Code Chapter 16.22.
Ordinance O-2026-29Source: longmontcolorado.gov

Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with **The City of Longmont Building Services (Building Inspection division) issues residential building permits.

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What fencing projects cover

Fencing in the Denver metro includes privacy and perimeter fences in wood, vinyl, ornamental metal, or chain link, plus gates and hardware. Post setting must account for frost and soil conditions. A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates fence packages and related site work. Cost is project-specific and depends on linear footage, height, material, and grade.

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Lines, utilities, and grade

Confirm property lines before digging. Utility locates are required before post holes. Sloped lots may need stepped or racked panels.

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Permits and who coordinates the work

Fence height and placement are often controlled by City and County of Denver zoning rules; taller or street-facing fences may need zoning permits through Development Services. HOA design rules can add separate approvals. 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 electrical gate operators or other regulated work is included.

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What buyers should prepare

Preferred height and material, gate locations, survey if available, and HOA guidelines.

FAQ

Common questions

Do I need a Denver permit for a new fence?

Often depending on height and location. Check CPD/zoning requirements before install, especially for street-facing or taller fences.

Who handles fencing permits and licensing?

A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates the project and related specialty trades when needed. Colorado has no statewide general contractor license.

Should I have a survey?

A survey or clear line evidence reduces neighbor boundary disputes before digging post holes.

What about gates on a slope?

Gates need level hardware planes; sloping sites may need adjusted posts or custom gate work.

What information helps define scope?

Linear footage, height, material, gate count, grade photos, HOA rules, and city or county.

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Serving Longmont and Boulder County

We serve Longmont, 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 Longmont project.

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