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How to Request a Variance


A variance request is a request to design and/or build in a manner that would otherwise be prohibited by the Pikes Peak Regional Building Code (PPRBC). Applications for variances to codes are considered by the Technical Committee. Committee decisions are recommended to the Board of Review that makes final determinations. Members of the committees and boards are appointed by the City Council of Colorado Springs and the El Paso County Board of Commissioners.

Electronic Application


  • This is the preferred method of submittal.
  • Save your progress and come back later.
  • Faster processing time.
  • Upload .pdf, .jpg, .png, or .tif files with your submissions.
  • $50 non-refundable Application fee due at time of submittal.

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Paper Application


  • Paper applications can be hand-delivered or mailed to Pikes Peak Regional Building Department.
  • State on the envelope: "Variance Request".
  • $100 non-refundable Application fee due at time of submittal.

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