Concrete, Landscaping & Remodeling in Johnstown, Colorado

Who issues building permits in Johnstown?

Town of Johnstown Building Department (plan review and inspections by SAFEbuilt). Permits and contractor licenses are applied for through the Town's eTRAKiT portal; SAFEbuilt provides plan review, inspections and the Chief Building Official, and all contractors must be licensed with the Town.

Source: johnstownco.gov

What permit does driveway approach, curb or sidewalk work need in Johnstown?

Any work on streets, curbs and gutters or sidewalks needs a Town Right-of-Way permit (Municipal Code Sec. 11-22), applied for through eTRAKiT at least 10 business days ahead with a site plan, an MUTCD traffic control plan and a certificate of insurance naming the Town. Work on a state highway also needs a CDOT permit, a closeout inspection must be requested 48 hours ahead, and permit extensions cost $75.

Source: johnstownco.gov

Does a patio or driveway on private property need a building permit in Johnstown?

No building permit is needed to pour a new concrete patio, driveway or on-site walk if it stays at least 3 ft from property lines for drainage; residential landscaping and sprinkler systems also don't need building permits.

Source: johnstownco.gov

When does a retaining wall need a permit in Johnstown?

The Town lists retaining walls more than 4 ft tall, measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, as requiring a building permit, with the IRC qualifier for walls that support a surcharge or impound Class I, II or IIIA liquids.

Source: johnstownco.gov

Who supplies water in Johnstown?

Town of Johnstown Utilities Department (Water & Sewer). The Town runs its own water plant and distribution system. Town water rebates are limited to Town water customers and the Town says customers of other water providers are not eligible, so confirm who bills the property for water.

Source: johnstownco.gov

What are the outdoor watering rules in Johnstown?

The 2026 schedule (Water Conservation Level 3, Moderate) runs April 20 to October 15: addresses ending in 0, 2, 4, 6 or 8 (and HOA common areas and metro districts) water Monday and Thursday, addresses ending in 1, 3, 5, 7 or 9 water Tuesday and Friday, and no watering 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. After October 15, only hand watering of trees and shrubs on Saturdays and Sundays when it is above 40 degrees.

Source: johnstownco.gov

Can new sod or seed get extra water in Johnstown?

The Town's 2026 watering FAQ says there are currently no exemptions from the watering schedule, so new sod or seed gets no extra watering days.

Source: johnstownco.gov

Does a sprinkler backflow preventer need testing in Johnstown?

Backflow devices are required on industrial, commercial, irrigation, multi-family and fire line services, including multi-family and commercial properties with irrigation systems. Every device must be tested annually by a certified tester on the same due date each year, with reports filed at BSI Online (bsionline.com) for a $16.95 fee per report.

Source: johnstownco.gov

Are there lawn replacement or sprinkler rebates in Johnstown?

• Residential Lawn Replacement Program — Pays $1 to $2 per sq ft (up to $2,000 per water account per year) as a utility credit for replacing at least 200 sq ft of turf with low- or no-water plantings or low-water grass (artificial turf not eligible), with design pre-approval, 50% living plant coverage and a final Town site visit. New 2026 applications closed June 15; the Town invites applications again next summer. johnstownco.gov
• Outdoor Irrigation Rebate Program — Fixed-amount utility-bill credits for qualifying outdoor irrigation products, first-come first-served; the Town's page describes its 2026 water-saving programs in the past tense and looks ahead to a 2027 program year. johnstownco.gov
• Sprinkler Consultation Program — Free sprinkler efficiency consultations for homeowners, two days a week from May 1 to September 1 (not for repairs such as leaks, start-ups or line breaks). johnstownco.gov

Do you serve Johnstown?

Yes. Johnstown is about 29.5 miles north-west of our home base in Brighton, a routine drive we make regularly. Johnstown straddles Weld and Larimer 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 Johnstown?

At about 4,850 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.