Home-based businesses in Colorado Springs require a Home Occupation Permit (City Code §7.5.507). The business must be clearly secondary to the residential use and cannot change the residential character of the property.
City Code §7.5.507 governs home occupations. A permit is required for most home-based businesses and is tied to the owner at the specific address — it does not transfer with the property upon sale. The business cannot use more than one-half the first floor area of the dwelling, cannot employ outside workers who commute to the home, and cannot create dust, noise, vibration, odors, smoke, glare, electrical interference, fire hazards, traffic congestion, or parking problems. Client visits must be by appointment with at least 15 minutes between appointments. The permit is renewed annually and is not transferable.
Operating without a permit or in violation of conditions subjects the owner to Code Enforcement action and potential permit revocation.
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