Adopted Fee Regulations

Effective January 1, 2023, all credit card transactions will be charged an additional fee of 2.9% of the total amount due.

Use tax is 3.75% of 50% of the project valuation.

Please also see the Development Impact Fees Summary outlined below, which isolates all of the fees associated with new and re-development projects for your convenience. All development impact fees may not be shown for your particular subdivision.

City of Brighton is committed to fostering inclusivity and accessibility for a diverse population.  If you would like any additional information or clarification about anything within this document, please call 303-655-2072 and we will provide every answer available.

Fee Documents:

• 2026 City of Brighton Fees (All Departments) *EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026*
• Amendment to 2026 Fees - Resolution 2025-87 *EFFECTIVE January 1, 2026*

Other Fee Information:

• Lochbuie Sewer Impact Fee Ordinance for Brighton Properties
• Metro Water Recovery Fee Resolution for Sewer Connections
• Brighton Fire District Emergency Services Impact Fee
• South Brighton Infrastructure (SBI) Fee Resolution
  • SBI Water Zone Map
  • SBI Wastewater Zone Map
• Residential Building Permit Fee Calculator can be used for Single-Unit Detached, Single-Unit Attached, and Multi-Unit building permits in 2026.
• Nonresidential Building Permit Fee Calculator can be used for Commercial, Industrial, Public, Retail, and other nonresidential building permits in 2026.
• Affordable Housing Building Permit Fee Calculator can be used for Affordable Housing building permits in 2026.