Lamar, CO · Prowers County
Contractor License Application
This application lets contractors request a new City of Lamar license and provide business, work-history, qualification, insurance, and fee information to the Building Department.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Contractors applying for a new City of Lamar license use this three-page application to identify their business, describe relevant work and qualifications, and answer questions about liens, judgments, and prior licensing. The form lists supporting documents and fees, including proof of required insurance, and says the application must be filed with the City’s Building Department. It also includes a notary certificate and spaces for office review and approval.
Who needs it
A contractor seeking a new City of Lamar license should complete this application and submit it with the required insurance proof, supporting documents, and applicable fees.
Why it needs a notary
The application has a subscribed-and-affirmed jurat; the applicant signing the form must appear before the notary and affirm the application.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the City of Lamar contractor license application and review the new license requirements.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter your business and work information, answer the application questions, and gather the listed insurance proof and supporting documents.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary for the application’s subscribed-and-affirmed certificate.
- 4
Sign On Video
Appear before the notary by video and sign and affirm the application as directed.
- 5
Submit To The City
Send the notarized application, supporting documents, and applicable fees to the City of Lamar Building Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Lamar. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I submit the contractor license application?
- The form says to file it with the City of Lamar Building Department. It may be hand delivered, mailed, or emailed, with the required supporting documents and fees.
- Do I need to sign the application before a notary?
- The form includes a notary certificate stating that the application is subscribed and affirmed before a notary. Sign and affirm it in the notary’s presence.
- Can I complete the notarial act online?
- Colorado law, C.R.S. §24-21-514.5, authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary. Check that the City of Lamar will accept the remotely notarized application.
- What documents and fees does the application require?
- The form lists proof of liability insurance of at least $100,000, workers’ compensation insurance or qualifying opt-out documents, supporting qualifications, applicable license fees, and a business/sales tax license application and fee.
- How long does the city take to process the application?
- The form asks applicants to allow one to two weeks for processing. Contact the City of Lamar Building Department or confirm with the city or town if unsure.
Contractor License Application in other Colorado cities
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