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Colorado Contractor License bond

Colorado Contractor License

Colorado does not require a contractor license bond at the state level.

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Do I need a contractor license bond in Colorado?

Colorado does not require a contractor license bond at the state level. General and specialty contractors applying for or renewing a state or local contractor license in jurisdictions that require a license bond as a condition of licensure. Local city and county building departments (no statewide general contractor license) oversees contractor license requirements in Colorado, including the bond filing.

Colorado Contractor License bond, answered

How much is a contractor license bond in Colorado?
Colorado does not require a contractor license bond at the state level.
Who needs a Colorado contractor license bond?
General and specialty contractors applying for or renewing a state or local contractor license in jurisdictions that require a license bond as a condition of licensure.
Who regulates contractor license bonds in Colorado?
Local city and county building departments (no statewide general contractor license) oversees contractor license requirements in Colorado, including the bond filing.
How do renewals work?
See renewal details below.
How do I get bonded?
Send your jurisdiction and the required bond amount Receive a quote, often the same day Sign and pay, then file the bond with the licensing authority

What you will need

  • State or local jurisdiction and license or application number
  • Owner credit authorization
  • Business name and license classification

How to get bonded

  1. Send your jurisdiction and the required bond amount
  2. Receive a quote, often the same day
  3. Sign and pay, then file the bond with the licensing authority

Regulator: Local city and county building departments (no statewide general contractor license)

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