Lyons is a small town with a lot of character. Founded in 1880 and known for its red sandstone, it sits where North and South St. Vrain Creek meet and had 2,209 residents in the 2020 census. Homes range from historic stone buildings to houses rebuilt after the 2013 flood, and each one comes with its own set of quirks.
Our office at 609 Terry St, Unit A, is a short drive east. We handle the town contractor license, the building permit, any floodplain permit, and every inspection.
Lyons is one of several towns we cover as a remodeler, with the same crews and the same process.
Below is what we build here, the code changes that took effect this year, floodplain and wildfire rules, and how permits work in town.
What We Build Here
Most of our work as a remodeler in town falls into a few groups:
- Kitchen remodeling in older homes and post-flood rebuilds
- Bathroom remodeling, from small hall baths to primary suites
- Basement finishing where the lot and floodplain allow it
- Home additions, decks, and outdoor living space
New Codes as of July 2026
Any remodeler working here now builds to the 2024 International Code Council series, which the town adopted effective July 1, 2026. The town adopted the State of Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code on the same day, and local amendments are in the Lyons Municipal Code.
If your project was designed or priced before July, it is worth a second look. Plans submitted now are reviewed under the newer codes.
Floodplain Permits
Many parts of town sit in the floodplain, so a remodeler starts by checking the FEMA flood map for your address. If your property is in the floodplain and the work needs a building permit, it also needs a floodplain development permit from the town.
That second permit can affect basements, additions, and mechanical equipment, so we look at it before we price the job, the way any careful remodeler should.
Wildfire Rules for Exterior Work
The Wildfire Resiliency Code means a remodeler now has to think about fire resistance on exterior projects. Siding, decks, roofing, vents, and windows on homes in wildfire-prone areas may need ignition-resistant materials.
Interior remodels are rarely affected. For a new deck, an addition, or new siding, we confirm what applies during plan review so the materials are right the first time.
Licensing and Permits
To pull a building permit, a remodeler needs a Town of Lyons contractor license, which costs $50. State-licensed plumbers and electricians are exempt from the fee.
The town contracts with SAFEbuilt to run the building department, and permits are handled online through the Community Core portal. Town Hall is at 432 5th Ave.
Nearby Towns We Serve
Beyond Lyons, we work as a remodeler in Hygiene, Mead, and Erie, plus Lakeshore, Kiteley, and other neighborhoods near our office.