Construction Stormwater Permits

A Construction Stormwater Permit must be obtained prior to any land disturbance

Construction Stormwater Permit is required if you will disturb one acre or more (≥1), or if you will disturb less than one acre that is part of a larger common plan of development or sale.

A “common plan of development or sale” means

• A contiguous area where multiple separate and distinct construction activities may be taking place
  • At different times
  • On different schedules
• Remain related by a common contract or plan
• Contiguous means construction activities located in close proximity to each other (within 1⁄4 mile)

Applicant will be required to submit

• Permit Application
• Permittee must be designated on the permit, an individual who will be the responsible party for the project
• Stormwater Maps
• A copy of Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) - Colorado Discharge Permit System (CDPS) approved stormwater certification

Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) 

Permits - Stormwater Plan Checklist (PDF)

Stormwater Permit Fees

For more information about fees, or to apply, please visit the Mesa County Portal.

Mesa County Portal website

• Start the application process by clicking on the “Sign Up” link at the top of the Portal webpage.

• Fill out the required fields in the form
• Press the “Register” button at the bottom of the form
• You will be taken to the online permit application form
• Follow the onscreen instructions to complete your permit application

Mesa County Portal

Make a payment on any permit using the invoice or permit number

Online Payment

Report any technical issues you encounter

Mesa County IT Helpdesk

• Phone: 970-683-4200
• Email: help.desk@mesacounty.us