PITKIN COUNTY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Important Notice: Spear Phishing Alert - Please review this informational notice regarding recent phishing attempts targeting planning applicants. These emails impersonate Pitkin County staff and fraudulently request payment of planning application fees.  

Payment Method Change: On April 1, 2026, we will revert to our previous payment system, Forte. With this change, the following payment methods will be available:

• Credit/Debit Card – A 2.5% service fee will apply (retained by Forte)

• E-Check – No service fee

For all Building Permits or Planning Applications, you must create an account in Sages, and follow the steps below.

• Create a Company Account
  • How to Add Employees to a Company Account
  • How To Add An Individual Existing Account To A Company Account
  • How to Request Access to SagesGov when you have an account with another Jurisdiction
• Building Permit Application Owner Affidavit Form
• Building Permit Application Cost of Construction Affidavit Form
• Tree Permit Application Owner Affidavit Form
• Records Request Form 
• Permit & Application Helpful Information 
• How to check for a verified address

FAA Cranes & Construction Information