Englewood, CO Accessory Structures: Carport Rules (2026)

Englewood regulates carports as accessory (non-principal) structures under Title 16 of the Englewood Municipal Code, the city's Unified Development Code. The Community Development Department's accessory structure guidance sets a combined maximum of 1,000 square feet for all garages and carports on a single property, and any carport (whether attached to a garage or freestanding) requires a building permit. Each lot is allowed up to two minor accessory structures, and accessory structures are explicitly limited to storage and other accessory uses - they cannot be used as living quarters. Construction or expansion of a carport, garage, storage shed, or deck requires Site Plan review under EMC 16-2-9 to confirm zoning setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage. Dimensional standards specific to accessory structures - including setback, height, and placement rules - are set out in Englewood's UDC dimensional requirements (subsection 16-6-1.I EMC). Smaller accessory structures (typically 200 square feet or less without electrical or plumbing) may be exempt from a building permit but still must meet zoning standards and be reviewed against the city's 'To Permit or Not To Permit' guide. Because rules vary by zone district, applicants are directed to confirm setbacks and height before construction with Community Development at 303-762-2342.