Land Use & Zoning
In Colorado, a 'certificate of occupancy' (CO) is issued when:
AA. A property is listed for sale
BB. A newly constructed or substantially renovated building meets all code requirements and is safe for occupancy✓ Correct
CC. A property is rezoned
DD. A property has been appraised
Explanation
A certificate of occupancy is issued by the local building department after an inspection confirms that a new or substantially renovated structure meets all applicable building codes and is safe for its intended use. Without a CO, a property may not be legally occupied.
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