Egress Windows in Adams County, CO
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Federal Heights addresses are permitted by the City of Federal Heights Building Department, and unincorporated Adams County addresses apply through the county's E-Permit Center.
We install egress windows throughout Adams County: we cut the foundation, install the window and well, and pull the permit. Thornton, Northglenn, Brighton, Commerce City, Westminster and Federal Heights issue their own permits; unincorporated addresses go to Adams County Community & Economic Development, which moved to the 2024 IRC for applications received on or after July 1, 2026 (Adopted Building Codes). Send us your address for a free quote.
Cities and areas we serve in Adams County
- Egress windows in Thornton
- Egress windows in Northglenn
- Egress windows in Brighton
- Egress windows in Commerce City
- Egress windows in Westminster (also in Jefferson County)
- Egress windows in Aurora (parts of Aurora are in Adams County)
- Federal Heights and unincorporated Adams County (sections below)
Adams County code edition and contractor rules
- The Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2024 International Codes (including the 2024 IRC and the 2023 NEC) on April 21, 2026, effective July 1, 2026. Complete applications accepted before July 1, 2026 were reviewed under the 2018 codes (Adopted Building Codes).
- Contractors must be registered with the county before pulling a permit in unincorporated Adams County and must provide a certificate of liability insurance (Apply for a Building Permit).
Federal Heights
- Permit office: City of Federal Heights Building Department, 2380 W. 90th Ave (Building).
- Electrical permits for Federal Heights are issued by the State (DORA), not the city (same page). If an egress project includes a new outlet or light, that's a separate state permit.
- A Basement Finish building guide is published by the city (Building page).
- Fees Building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing permits are separate. Fees and taxes are set by the jurisdiction; see the official Building Fees for current amounts.
Unincorporated Adams County
- Permit office: Adams County Community & Economic Development. Apply through the E-Permit Center using the current Residential Basement Finish checklist. The county warns that incomplete submittals or improperly named PDFs may be rejected.
- Fees: As of 2026-10-24 the county's Permit Fees page still says fees are valuation-based (materials plus labor, some by cost per square foot) and does not link a 2026 resolution, so the 2025 schedule is what's cited. Fees and taxes are set by the jurisdiction; see the official Adams County BOCC fee resolution for current amounts.
Nearby counties: Denver · Jefferson County · Arapahoe County · Douglas County
Do you install egress windows in Thornton, Brighton and Commerce City?
Yes. We cut the opening, install the window and well, and pull the permit from the office that covers your address. Send your address and we'll call you back.
Services
Egress windows · Window wells · Covers · Basement egress · Code guide · Permit guide · Cost guide
Frequently asked questions
Who issues egress window permits in Adams County?
Cities such as Thornton, Northglenn, Brighton, Commerce City, Westminster and Federal Heights issue their own permits. Unincorporated addresses go to Adams County Community & Economic Development through its E-Permit Center.
What building code does Adams County use for egress windows?
For unincorporated Adams County, the 2024 International Residential Code applies to permit applications received on or after July 1, 2026. Complete applications accepted before that date were reviewed under the 2018 codes.
What do I submit for a basement finish with an egress window in unincorporated Adams County?
Apply through the county's E-Permit Center using its current Residential Basement Finish checklist. The county warns that incomplete submittals or improperly named PDFs may be rejected.
Do contractors need to register in Adams County?
Yes. All contractors working in unincorporated Adams County must be registered with the county before pulling a permit and must give the county a certificate of liability insurance.
Who issues electrical permits for an egress project in Federal Heights?
The State of Colorado, not the city. If an egress project in Federal Heights adds an outlet or light, that is a separate state electrical permit.
How are egress window permit fees calculated in unincorporated Adams County?
By project valuation. Check the official fee schedule linked on this page for current amounts.