Concrete, Landscaping & Remodeling in Lone Tree, Colorado

Who issues building permits in Lone Tree?

City of Lone Tree Building Division. The City's Building Division issues building permits, which are accepted only electronically through the Accela portal (720-390-5211, building@cityoflonetree.com).

Source: cityoflonetree.com

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

Right-of-Way, Access and GESC permits are handled by Public Works through Accela, and a permit is required before any work affecting the public right-of-way; contractors need a certificate of liability insurance naming the City as additional insured. Permits generally issue within five working days, are valid six months, and inspections must be scheduled 24 hours ahead.

Source: cityoflonetree.com

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

The City lists concrete walks, patios and driveways among projects that typically do not require a building permit, but advises checking HOA and zoning rules first.

Source: cityoflonetree.com

When does a retaining wall need a permit in Lone Tree?

Lone Tree lists retaining walls under 4 feet among projects that typically do not need a building permit. A wall that holds back a slope, driveway or other load should be checked with the Building Division first.

Source: cityoflonetree.com

Who supplies water in Lone Tree?

Southgate Water and Sanitation District (west of I-25); Parker Water & Sanitation District (east of I-25); Northern Douglas County Water and Sanitation District (some Terra Ridge homes). The City says residents get water from three districts by location: Southgate west of I-25 (follows Denver Water rules), PWSD east of I-25, and Northern Douglas County W&S District for some Terra Ridge homes along Indian Wells Drive (follows Highlands Ranch Water rules). The City itself does not set or enforce watering restrictions.

Source: cityoflonetree.com

What are the outdoor watering rules in Lone Tree?

As of April 1, 2026: Southgate customers followed Denver Water's Stage 1 rules (two days a week, even addresses Sun/Thu and odd Wed/Sat, watering only 6 p.m.–10 a.m.); PWSD customers watered three days a week (even Sun/Tue/Thu, odd Mon/Wed/Sat) but not 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; and Northern Douglas County customers two days a week (odd Wed/Sat, even Thu/Sun) with no watering 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Denver Water has since prohibited watering any grass after Sept. 30, 2026 for everyone who receives its water, and PWSD's daytime restrictions ended Oct. 1.

Source: cityoflonetree.com · denverwater.org

Can new sod or seed get extra water in Lone Tree?

The City's water page gives no sod rules; PWSD customers need a PWSD sod/seed establishment permit during its restriction season, and under Denver Water's rules (which Southgate follows) grass establishment after Sept. 30, 2026 requires an approved variance.

Source: pwsd.org · denverwater.org

Does a sprinkler backflow preventer need testing in Lone Tree?

For PWSD customers (east of I-25), irrigation backflow preventers must be tested at seasonal startup, with results submitted within 10 days by a certified tester through PWSD's portal. The City's pages do not cover backflow rules for the other districts.

Source: pwsd.org

Are there lawn replacement or sprinkler rebates in Lone Tree?

• PWSD Water Efficiency Rebates (PWSD customers, east of I-25) — For current PWSD customers (property owners): $50 for a WaterSense smart controller, up to $5 per rotary nozzle (max $100 per home), 50% of a rain sensor's cost up to $50, and up to $75 for converting a full sprinkler zone to drip; first-come, first-served until the year's funds run out. pwsd.org
• Turf removal discount (Resource Central / South Metro Water Supply Authority) (PWSD customers, east of I-25) — PWSD customers can get a $750 turf removal discount through Resource Central's Lawn Replacement program, first-come, first-served until the year's funds are exhausted. pwsd.org

Do you serve Lone Tree?

Yes. Lone Tree is about 31.5 miles south of our home base in Brighton, a routine drive we make regularly. Lone Tree sits in Douglas County, 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 Lone Tree?

At about 6,000 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.