Colorado Contractor License

• No statewide general contractor license required
• Individual cities and counties set their own licensing requirements
• Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora each have their own licensing systems
• State-level licensing required for plumbing and electrical only

Varies by municipality; not required at state level

1. 1Contact the local building department where you plan to work
2. 2Complete the municipality-specific contractor license application
3. 3Pass any required local exams (varies by jurisdiction)
4. 4Obtain general liability and workers compensation insurance
5. 5Pay local licensing fees
6. 6Obtain state-level licenses for specialty trades if applicable