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Second-Story Addition in Castle Rock

Home Addition Feasibility Consultation, $300

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Licensed second-story addition services for Castle Rock and Douglas County. Double your living space without moving.

What Castle Rock requires

Code reference: Exempt work follows the Town’s adopted amendments to the 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) and International Building Code (IBC), per Ordinance No. 2026-017 (effective around June 30, 2026). Ord. No. 2026-017

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Second-Story Addition

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  • Home Addition Feasibility Consultation

    We evaluate structure, lot coverage, and zoning for a proposed addition and discuss realistic options.

    Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)

    What's included

    We evaluate structure, lot coverage, and zoning for a proposed addition and discuss realistic options. Includes a one-page feasibility summary with a preliminary budget range.

  • Addition Feasibility Package

    Structural walkthrough, lot coverage and zoning check, and a massing sketch for your proposed addition.

    $425 deposit to book, the rest when the work is done · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)

    What's included

    Structural walkthrough, lot coverage and zoning check, and a massing sketch for your proposed addition. Delivered as a written feasibility report with a preliminary construction budget.

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Local Service

Second-Story Addition Services in Castle Rock, Colorado

Autotelic provides professional second-story addition services throughout Castle Rock and the surrounding Douglas County area. Full second-story additions across the Denver metro with structural engineering, framing, roofing, and complete interior build-out. Commercially licensed and insured. Whether you're in Castle Rock (Douglas County seat) or nearby communities, our team delivers quality workmanship, licensed and insured.

Permit Thresholds

Castle Rock permit thresholds

Code reference
Exempt work follows the Town’s adopted amendments to the 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) and International Building Code (IBC), per Ordinance No. 2026-017 (effective around June 30, 2026).Ord. No. 2026-017
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One-story detached accessory non-habitable structures (tool sheds, playhouses, etc.) ≤ 120 sq ft, ≥ 10 ft from the nearest occupiable structure.
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Fences ≤ 6 ft high (swimming pool barriers of any height are *not* exempt).
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Shingle repair or replacement not exceeding one square (100 sq ft) of covering per building.
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The adopted codes (2024 IRC/IBC and related) govern when alterations trigger permitting.
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See Title 15 of the Castle Rock Municipal Code (and amendments in Ordinance 2026-017) for the full adopted code language on work exempt from permit (primarily amending IRC R105.2 and equivalent IBC sections).Ord. 2026-017
Building use tax
5.2% applied to 50% of the project’s valuation (materials estimated at half the valuation).
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This comprises the Town’s 4.2% use tax rate + Douglas County’s 1% use tax rate.
Ord. No. 2026-017Source: crgov.com

Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with **The Town of Castle Rock Building Division (part of Development Services) issues residential building permits within the town limits.

Zoning & ADU

Castle Rock zoning & ADU quick facts

R-1 — Minimum Lot Area
9000 sfR-1
R-1 — Minimum Lot Width
75'R-1
R-1 — Front Setback (min)
25'R-1
R-1 — Side Interior Setback (min)
7'R-1
R-1 — Side Setback Abutting Street (min)
25'R-1
R-1 — Rear Setback (min)
25'R-1
R-1 — Building Height (max)
35'R-1
R1 — Front Setback (min)
25'R1
Castle Rock Municipal Code Title 17 (Ord. 2019-028; current through Jun 26, 2026) R-1 setback standards (17.18.040 / 17.22.040 / 17.24.040 Development standards) — effective 2019-09-17 · Castle Rock Municipal Code Title 17 (Ord. 2019-028; current through Jun 26, 2026) R1 setback standards (17.18.040 / 17.22.040 / 17.24.040 Development standards) — effective 2019-09-17Source: library.municode.com

Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with **The Town of Castle Rock Building Division (part of Development Services) issues residential building permits within the town limits.

Energy Code

Castle Rock energy code quick facts

Code reference
2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), with local amendments, as adopted by Ordinance No. 2026-017 (adopted June 2, 2026; effective June 30, 2026), along with the Colorado Model Electric-Ready and Solar-Ready Code.Ord. No. 2026-017
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This applies to Castle Rock (Douglas County, Climate Zone 5B).
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The adoption aligns with state requirements for jurisdictions updating other building codes by the June 30, 2026 deadline.
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Specific local numeric amendments to prescriptive requirements (e.g., R-values, U-factors, or air-sealing thresholds for remodels/additions) are not detailed in publicly available sources beyond references to the base 2021 IECC tables/sections (such as Table R402.1.2 for insulation/fenestration and
Code reference
The adopting ordinance incorporates the 2021 IECC by reference with amendments thereto but does not appear to alter the core prescriptive values in available excerpts.
Ord. No. 2026-017Source: crgov.com

Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with **The Town of Castle Rock Building Division (part of Development Services) issues residential building permits within the town limits.

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What a second-story addition covers

A second-story addition in the Denver metro adds habitable floor over an existing house: new floor structure, stairs, roof, windows, and usually electrical, mechanical, and plumbing. The existing foundation and walls have to carry the extra load. A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates the project, design professionals, and licensed specialty trades. Cost is project-specific and depends on structure, roof, and how much of the first floor is opened.

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What buyers should prepare

Target rooms, existing drawings if any, roof and attic photos, and known foundation concerns.

FAQ

Common questions

How much does Home Addition Feasibility Consultation cost in Castle Rock?

$300.

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 in full. We confirm within 24 hours or refund you in full.

Who handles second-story permits and licensing?

A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates the project, design professionals, and specialty trades. Colorado has no statewide general contractor license.

How is height measured?

In feet and stories from the zoning front and rear base planes, not just from the sidewalk.

What information helps define scope?

Desired rooms, existing drawings, foundation notes, landmark status, and city or county.

Service Area

Serving Castle Rock and Douglas County

We serve Castle Rock, 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 Castle Rock project.

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