Frequently Asked Questions for Community Development
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Setbacks, planning clearances and building permits may be required when building a fence. Before building, it is best to contact your area Community Development Department to ensure your project meets all requirements and to receive the appropriate permit before you begin building.
Resources
- Mesa County Code Compliance Services, Phone 970-255-5034
- City of Grand Junction Code Enforcement, Phone 970-244-1593
- City of Fruita Code Enforcement, Phone 970-858-0763
- Town of Collbran Municipal Code, Phone 970-487-3751
- Town of Palisade Police Department, Phone 970-464-5601
- Town of DeBeque Municipal Code, Phone 970-283-5475
Typically all structures, sheds (permanent or moveable), patio covers, etc. need to meet setbacks and need planning clearances and building permits. Before building, remodeling or installing a structure on your property, contact your area Community Development Department to determine requirements and to receive the appropriate permit.
Resources
- Mesa County Code Compliance Services, Phone 970-255-5034
- City of Grand Junction Code Enforcement, Phone 970-244-1593
- City of Fruita Code Enforcement, Phone 970-858-0763
- Town of Collbran Municipal Code, Phone 970-487-3751
- Town of Palisade Police Department, Phone 970-464-5601
- Town of DeBeque Municipal Code, Phone 970-283-5475
For all other questions or concerns including inquiries about domestic animals or the number of animals you are allowed to keep on your property, please contact your area Code Enforcement Department.
Resources
- Mesa County Code Compliance Services, Phone 970-255-5034
- City of Grand Junction Code Enforcement, Phone 970-244-1593
- City of Fruita Code Enforcement, Phone 970-858-0763
- Town of Collbran Municipal Code Title 10, Phone 970-487-3751
- Town of Palisade Police Department, Phone 970-464-5601
- Town of DeBeque Municipal Code Title 9, Phone 970-283-5475
For general information about landlord/ tenant rights and responsibilities in Colorado, lease reference one of the below links.
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Mesa County Animal Services enforces licensing for dogs, dogs at-large, barking dogs, and animal bites.
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Mesa County Animal Services, Phone 970-242-4646
Irrigation disputes or concerns about run-off from an adjacent property are a civil matter between property owners. Mesa County does not regulate these disputes. Please contact your irrigation district for more information.
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Land Development Codes may differ from your homeowner’s association (HOA) or covenants. Neither Mesa County, nor any municipality regulates HOA’s. If you have a dispute please contact your HOA board or the Colorado Division of Real Estate.
Resources
Colorado Division of Real Estate - The HOA Information and Resource Center, 303-894-2166
Codes regarding the use of recreation vehicles (RV’s) and/or camp trailers for long-term living quarters vary depending on your property location. Please contact the appropriate Community Development Department for the requirements in your area.
Resources
- Mesa County Planning Department, Chapter 7.13.12, Phone 970-244-1636
- City of Fruita Code Enforcement, Phone 970-858-0763
- City of Grand Junction Code Enforcement, Phone 970-244-1593
- Town of Palisade Code Enforcement, Phone 970-464-5601
- Town of DeBeque Code Enforcement, Phone 970-283-5475
- Town of Collbran Municipal Code, Phone 970-487-3751
If you believe work is being done without proper permits, you may contact your area Community Development Department to inquire.
Resources
- Mesa County Code Compliance Services, Phone 970-255-5034
- City of Grand Junction Code Enforcement, Phone 970-244-1593
- City of Fruita Code Enforcement, Phone 970-858-0763
- Town of Collbran Municipal Code, Phone 970-487-3751
- Town of Palisade Police Department, Phone 970-464-5601
- Town of DeBeque Municipal Code, Phone 970-283-5475
Resources
- Mesa County Code Compliance Services, Phone 970-255-5034
- City of Grand Junction Code Enforcement, Phone 970-244-1593
- City of Fruita Code Enforcement, Phone 970-858-0763
- Town of Collbran Municipal Code, Phone 970-487-3751
- Town of Palisade Police Department, Phone 970-464-5601
- Town of DeBeque Municipal Code, Phone 970-283-5475
Service animals are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act Title II Regulation. Please note that a service animal is not the same as an emotional support animal. For more information, visit or call the U.S. Department of Civil Rights.
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While unincorporated Mesa County doesn’t currently have a weed ordinance, many municipalities in Mesa County do have weed maintenance requirements for property owners. The requirements may also include weed management in adjacent roadways and alleys.
Resources
City of Grand Junction Code Enforcement, 970-244-1593
City of Fruita Code Enforcement, 970-858-0763
Town of Collbran Municipal Code, 970-487-3751
Town of Palisade Police Department, 970-464-5601
Town of DeBeque Municipal Code, 970-283-5475
Mesa County does have a noxious weed program throughout the County Mesa County Weed and Pest, 970-255-7121.
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Colorado Department of Health and Environment requirements
- A Demolition Permit is required from the Colorado Department of Health and Environment (CDPHE).
- Visit CDPHE or contact a CDPHE Inspector at 303-692-3273 for additional information.
Mesa County Motor Vehicle requirements
- Demolition of a mobile home has different requirements dependent on whether the mobile home was on a permanent foundation (considered real property) or never on a permanent foundation (not considered real property).
- Visit Mesa County Motor Vehicle's Manufactured Home Titles or stop by one of their office locations for more information.
Mesa County Solid Waste mobile home disposal requirements
Dispose of a mobile home at the Mesa County Landfill,
- Visit the Solid Waste Division
- Call 970-241-6846
- Email Web-SolidWasteManagement@mesacounty.us