Concrete, Landscaping & Remodeling in Erie, Colorado
Erie is 14.2 miles west of Brighton, inside the radius we work in most weeks. That means quick turnaround on a quote visit, and it means a crew can come back the next day for a small item without the drive swallowing the job.
Working in Erie
Erie is a city of roughly 30,038, and Erie straddles Weld and Boulder counties. Erie sits on the Boulder and Weld county line, east of Boulder, at about 5,030 feet.
Below is what Erie's own offices and water provider publish about permits, watering and backflow testing for the kind of work we do, checked October 13, 2026, with a link to each source.
Permits for concrete, driveways and walls in Erie
Who issues building permits in Erie?
Town of Erie Building Division (Planning & Development). Permits go through the eTRAKiT Self-Service Portal.
Source: erieco.gov
What permit does driveway approach, curb or sidewalk work need in Erie?
Work in the Town right-of-way needs a Right-of-Way Permit applied for through eTRAKiT, and every contractor working there must hold a Town of Erie contractor license. Review can take up to 10 business days, so apply at least two weeks ahead; the Town notes that work in the tree lawn also requires a ROW permit.
Source: erieco.gov
Does a patio or driveway on private property need a building permit in Erie?
Building permits are not required for concrete on-grade porches without roofs, concrete sidewalks on private property or general landscaping.
Source: erieco.gov
When does a retaining wall need a permit in Erie?
Retaining walls over 4 feet, measured from the bottom of the trench to the top of the wall, require a building permit.
Source: erieco.gov
Water, sod and sprinkler rules in Erie
Watering rules change with drought stages and seasons. These are the rules the water provider published as of October 13, 2026; check the linked page before you seed, sod or change a sprinkler schedule.
Who supplies water in Erie?
Town of Erie (Water and Wastewater). The Town's interactive map shows the providers for each address. The Town's drought plan notes that some properties in Erie's service area use wells or Left Hand Water District water.
Source: erieco.gov
What are the outdoor watering rules in Erie?
Stage 2 of the Town's drought plan asks customers to voluntarily water only two days a week: even-numbered addresses on Monday and Thursday, odd-numbered addresses on Tuesday and Friday. In extreme heat a third day may be announced by text alert (Saturday for even addresses, Sunday for odd). Stages 1 and 2 are voluntary; mandatory restrictions begin at Stage 3.
Source: erieco.gov
Can new sod or seed get extra water in Erie?
The Town's 2021 Drought and Water Supply Shortage Plan has no new seed or sod rules in Stages 1 and 2. In Stage 3, residents may apply for a waiver to water daily for a two-week establishment period and post Town signage in the lawn; in Stage 4, new seed and sod may be prohibited.
Source: erieco.gov
Are there lawn replacement or sprinkler rebates in Erie?
- 2026 Turf Replacement Rebate Program — Pays $2 per sq ft for low-water plantings or $1 per sq ft for low-water grasses, up to $2,000 per water account per year, with a 200 sq ft minimum and design approval before work; artificial turf is not eligible. 2026 funding was fully committed as of Aug. 18, 2026, and the program is expected to restart in early 2027. erieco.gov
- Water Efficiency Rebates (2026 purchases) — For Town of Erie utility customers buying between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2026: $100 for a WaterSense smart irrigation controller, $3 per high-efficiency nozzle (up to 24), 50% of drip equipment cost (up to $75) and up to $50 per rain barrel (2 maximum). erieco.gov
- Outdoor Sprinkler Consultations (Slow the Flow) — Free sprinkler consultations from Resource Central from June through September, including a customized watering schedule. erieco.gov
- Garden In A Box — Erie residents get a discount on Resource Central waterwise garden kits, which start at $127. erieco.gov
Also worth knowing in Erie
- Lot owners must keep the sidewalks next to their lot in repair (Municipal Code 7-1-4) and maintain landscaping in the right-of-way that borders their property. The right-of-way often extends past the sidewalk into what looks like the yard. erieco.gov
- Planting, pruning, removing or treating any tree in the public right-of-way (between curb and sidewalk) requires a Tree Work Permit from the Town Forester. Street-tree planting is allowed March 15 to June 15 and Sept. 1 to Oct. 15, and adjacent property owners are responsible for maintaining street trees. erieco.gov
- Lawn sprinkler systems and fences require a building permit. erieco.gov
What we take on in Erie
Concrete driveways, walkways, patios and repairs (concrete), new lawns and lawn repairs (sod installation), sprinkler repair and winterization (sprinkler repair), plus xeriscape and retaining walls, kitchen, bath and basement remodeling, flooring and interior painting. A job that spans more than one of those is still one crew and one point of contact.
Questions we get from Erie
Do you serve Erie?
Yes. Erie is about 14.2 miles west of our home base in Brighton, well inside the area we work in most weeks. Erie straddles Weld and Boulder counties, and the permit question for your specific job gets answered before work starts, not after.
When is the right time of year for this in Erie?
At about 5,030 feet, the Front Range gives a reasonably long season for concrete and landscape work, though the shoulder months swing hard. Interior work - remodeling, flooring, painting - runs year round, and winter is usually the easiest time to get it scheduled.
Near Erie
We work throughout these neighbouring communities as well: Dacono (4.1 mi), Frederick (4.5 mi), Lafayette (5.5 mi). The full list is on our service area page.
In Erie? Let's take a look at it.
Free quote, no obligation. Tell us what you are trying to get done and we will tell you straight whether we are the right crew for it.