Home-based businesses in Fountain are regulated under Chapter 17.19 (Home-Based Businesses) of the 2021 Zoning Ordinance. A home occupation permit or zoning clearance may be required depending on the business type.
Fountain's Zoning Ordinance Chapter 17.19 sets standards for home-based businesses to ensure they remain secondary to the residential use and do not alter the character of the neighborhood. Common requirements include: no outside employees, no structural changes visible from the exterior, no commercial signage (or very limited), limited client traffic, and compliance with building and fire codes. Some categories of home businesses may be prohibited in single-family residential zones. Contact the Fountain Planning Department (719-322-2017) to determine permit requirements for your specific business type.
Operating without permit: cease-and-desist order. Fines $100 to $500 per day. Business license penalties apply.
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