Frequently Asked Questions - Land Use Review
Miscellaneous
What is the altitude of my house? How do I obtain a vendor or peddler license? How can I get a copy of a deed for my property? Where do I obtain a parking hood to park downtown? How do I get a list of parades and special events that will be occuring in the City? Can I have landscape materials delivered in front of my property on the street? How can I found out if a property is available for purchase from the City? How do I find a tax schedule number? Where do I go to get plans and specifications for a City project? Where can I get a copy of a recorded Subdivision Plat? Can I purchase a copy of the Zoning Code?Q: What is the altitude of my house?
A: The overall altitude of Colorado Springs is approximately 6,200 feet above sea level. To determine the elevation of your property, you will want to contact Colorado Springs Utilities-Facilities Information Management Systems at 448-4800.
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Q: How do I obtain a vendor or peddler license?
A: Peddler's licenses are issued by the City Clerk's office. They can be contacted at 30 S. Nevada Avenue, Suite 101 or at 385-5901.
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Q: How can I get a copy of a deed for my property?
A: All property records are recorded with the El Paso County Clerk and Recorder's office. They are located at 200 S. Cascade Avenue.
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Q: Where do I obtain a parking hood to park downtown?
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Parking hoods are issued by Parking Administration. Their office is located at 130 S. Nevada Avenue and can be contacted directly at 385-5682.
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Q: How do I get a list of parades and special events that will be occuring in the City?
A: Special events are reviewed and approved through the Colorado Springs Police Department-Special Event Coordinator. You can contact them at 444-7000.
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Q: Can I have landscape materials delivered in front of my property on the street?
A: Landscape materials can be delivered and left on the street temporarily however a permit is required. Contact Traffic Engineering at 385-5908 for information.
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Q: How can I found out if a property is available for purchase from the City?
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There are times that land owned by the City of Colorado Springs may be available for purchase. For information, contact Real Estate Services at 385-5920 for information.
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Q: How do I find a tax schedule number?
A: Tax schedule numbers are issued by the El Paso County Assessor's office. They are located at 27 E. Vermijo Avenue, 2nd Floor or can be contacted directly at 520-6600.
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Q: Where do I go to get plans and specifications for a City project?
A: To check on projects open for bid, you can check at City Contracting on the City website. You can also contact Procurement Services directly at 385-5910 or visit their office at 30 S. Nevada Avenue, Suite 201.
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Q: Where can I get a copy of a recorded Subdivision Plat?
A: All recorded documents are filed with the El Paso County Clerk and Recorder's office. They are located at 200 S. Cascade Avenue.
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Q: Can I purchase a copy of the Zoning Code?
A: Hard-copies of the Zoning Code are available for purchase at Office Services, 30 S. Nevada Avenue, Suite L01.
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