Building in Stanley
The City of Stanley requires building permits for any construction. All construction within city limits must meet the Stanley Municipal Code (City Code). The City also requires fence and sign permits. This page is intended to be a guide and does not cover all the regulations. For more detailed or specific information please read the City Code or contact the City Office. County and State Codes also apply within city limits. In general, all building permits must be approved by the City Council.
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If you are building outside of city limits you must follow all guidelines of Custer County and the Forest Service (if applicable to your property).
Applications for Permits
For more specifics on permits, check the City Code and resources below or call the City Office. Changes to any permit require approval. Whether or not a permit is issued, all work/construction must meet City Code.
Building Permit
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Permits are Required For:
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New construction
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Additions
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Changes to the building footprint
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Changes to the exterior appearance that are subject to appearance and material requirements
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Permits are Not Required For:
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Gardening and raised garden boxes
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Ground level patios
- Moveable storage sheds less than 150 sq ft that comply with zoning and building appearance regulations
- Playground equipment that is moveable and not permanently anchored
Building permits are required in the City of Stanley.
Excavation Permit
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Permits are Required For:
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New or the extension of any facility including, water, sewer, utility, road, etc.
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Permits are Not Required For:
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Repairs or maintenance of existing utility lines
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Maintenance and repair on existing roads and driveways
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Landscaping that does not significantly alter the terrain
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Sprinkler systems
An excavation permit is required for any excavation not associated with a building permit.
Fence Permit
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Permits are Required For:
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New construction
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Extension or expansion
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Change of materials
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Permits are Not Required For:
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Repairs, replacement, or maintenance if construction is substantially the same as the current fence and meets City Code
Fence permits are required in the City of Stanley
Sign Permit
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Permits are Required For:
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New signs
- Modifications or alterations of existing permanent signs
- Any temporary sign requires an annual permit
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Permits are Not Required For:
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Repairs, replacement, or maintenance if construction is substantially the same as the current Sign and meets City Code.
Sign permits are required in the City of Stanley
Floodplain Permit
Any construction in a floodplain must submit a permit application..
Link coming soon
City Code
Location
Floodplain
The City Code specifies requirements for any work done in a flood zone. There may be other requirements from the State or Federal agencies like the Army Corps of Engineers. It is your responsibility to meet all requirements.
The Floodplain map provides a link to the County Assessor's map where the FEMA Flood Zones are marked in blue. Zoom in to the City of Stanley. Use the Layers tab to view different aspects of the map like Aerial Photography to show satellite imagery, Street Address Numbers, or Rivers & Creeks.
Permits
Appearance, Materials, & Structure
Building Appearance and Materials
All buildings and structures must be of a rustic nature. Further specifications on what a rustic nature means are in Title 17, more specifically in Chapter 17.40 linked here. The exhibits (A and B) are linked below. Height and size restrictions are listed here as well.
Exhibit A shows the approved colors for wall surfaces, trim, siding, decking, railing, permanently colored metals, or any other parts of a structure that will have a color.
Exhibit B shows the approved colors for nonreflective metal roofs.
Interior
The City does not have any specifications or standards for layout, interior design, or structure. All structures must comply with county and state standards.
The issuance of a building permit by the City does not imply or guarantee the safety, suitability, or structural adequacy of buildings, building pads, retaining walls, fill, or natural terrain for meeting structural support requirements for buildings.
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