Public Records

The City of Fort Collins provides public records to residents. Request records are available online, by email, or in person with transparent pricing and multiple format options available.

How to Request Records

Submit a written request in person, by email or through our Public Records Portal.

Costs

Under C.R.S. § 24-72-205(6) the City is authorized to charge a fee of $41.37 per hour for all time spent in excess of one (1) hour for: (a) research and retrieval of requested records; (b) conducting searches for requested records; (c) inspecting records to segregate those that are not responsive, those that are not public records and those that are confidential and/or privileged; and (d) the production and/or copying of voluminous records.

Copy charges:

• Up to 11x14: $0.25 per copy
• 11x17: $0.50 per copy
• Oversized sheets: Set by department, not more than actual cost
• USB Flash drives: $15.00 per drive
• Electronic delivery: No charge

This document is provided for printing purposes. For assistance viewing or reading this document, please contact the City's ADA Coordinator via email adacoordinator@fortcollins.gov or phone: 970-416-4254.

Self-Service Public Records

Below are links to some of the most commonly requested City records and documents.

• Building Permit Inquiries: Check building permit status online.
• Email Transparency: View online archive of City Council emails.
• City Code and Charter: Search municipal code and charter text.
• Public Records: Search records from Building & Zoning, City Clerk, Engineering, Purchasing, and more.
• City Council Meeting Agendas and Voting Results: View current and past City Council agendas and voting results.
• Land Use Code: See zoning and land use rules and standards.
• Maps: View interactive maps with City Council districts, crime stats, floodplains, snow routes and more.
• OpenBook: View City expenses and employee salaries.
• Public Notices: See ordinances being considered by City Council and other public notices.
• Traffic Code: Search Fort Collins traffic regulations.