Jefferson & Adams counties · Colorado
Metal buildings in Arvada, CO.
We supply detached garages, horse barns, shops and more across Arvada. Our work reaches from the RN neighborhoods in town to the RA residential/agricultural acreages on the west side, and anywhere else you’re building.
Height, most lots
16 ft
Height, large lots & RA
20 ft
Each outbuilding
Smaller than the house
Barns & stables
35 ft, RA & RN-32.5
From the Arvada Land Development Code, Section 5-1-5-3 and Tables 2-1-3-2A and 2-1-3-3A (adopted 2020, amended October 2020).
What people build in Arvada
Arvada keeps each outbuilding smaller than the house and saves barns for its large-lot zones.
Garages & shops
Each one must be smaller than the footprint of the living area of the house, and counts toward lot coverage.
Height
16 feet in RN-12.5 and smaller lots; 20 feet in RN-32.5 and RA.
Barns & stables
Only in RA and RN-32.5, up to 35 feet; in RA they sit 25 feet from side and rear lines.
How many
3 on RN-7.5 lots, 4 on RN-12.5, 6 on RN-32.5, and 6 or 7 in RA.
We work in tubular steel, cold-formed steel, steel truss and red iron. See what a steel building costs.
Permitting metal buildings in Arvada
Arvada’s rules focus on size, placement and matching the house.
Placement
- Behind the front of the house.
- Not in front or side yards, except in RA.
Setbacks
- Zone setbacks apply in full.
- 7.5 to 15 feet side, 10 to 15 rear.
Garage design
- Roof pitch within 1:12 of the house.
- Siding and color not obviously different.
In Arvada, a detached garage has to match the house. Roof pitch within 1:12, and siding close in texture and color.
Planned developments and HOAs often add rules; we confirm by address. See all of Colorado.
Start with a conversation
Let’s talk about your Arvada project.
Tell us what you’re planning and where you’re building. We’ll help you work out the next steps.
- Tell us what and whereSend us the size, how you’ll use the building and the address.
- We check the siteWe confirm who permits the address and which code and loads apply.
- You get a clear recommendationWe recommend the frame that fits and price it against the alternatives.
Or call
417-218-8348