Approval Process 

A Conditional Use Permit is reviewed administratively by staff.  

Fees & Deposit 

All fees and deposits can be paid in person at the Community Development Office (50 Lundgren Boulevard, Gypsum, CO 81637) or by mail to PO BOX 130, Gypsum, CO 18637.  

• Fee: $150.00 

Application cannot be deemed complete and review started until payment has been received. Permit fees cover town planning, staff review time, and all Planning Commission and Town Council hearings. Deposit covers items, including but not limited to, town engineering review times, outside engineering review times, general counsel and water attorney fees, publication notices, postal/mail notices, plat check fees, updates to GIS system, and updates to the town zoning map.  Any outstanding fees due to the Town must be paid before any additional land use applications will be accepted. Combined submissions, such as annexation and sketch plans, or preliminary and final, shall be accompanied by a combined fee. (17.16.010) 

Required Materials for Application

• Summary Letter 
  • Letter states the proposed/intended use of the property 
  • Ensures that grading and drainage for the proposed use will not negatively impact adjacent properties. If screening is required, state the type of screening and how it will be utilized.  
• Site Plan 
  • Site Plan showing grading, erosion control, utilities, location of structures, roads, landscaping, parking, activities, interior layouts (including handicap accessibility, egress), fencing, entryways, and any specific encumbrances on the property, such as easements, detention ponds, drainage structures, etc, if applicable. 
  • Any information relevant to the request, such as screening for an outdoor storage request, if applicable 
• School Site Dedication Plan (if applicable) 
  • School Site Dedication per 17.38, with an accompanying plan provided by the applicant and a letter provided by the school district.  
• Will Serve Letter – Fire Department