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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Mile High Sheds
  1. Do I need approval for my shed from the city, county, or HOA?
    • Every city and county jurisdiction has building codes and its is the home owner's responsibility to be aware of codes and HOA covenants in their area.
    • Typically, each jurisdiction has shed size and height requirements. For example, Boulder County requires a permit for a shed larger than 120 square feet and higher that 12 feet.
    • Homeowner must to aware of their jurisdiction's setback codes which is the distance from the property line.
    • If a permit is required or HOA approval, then it is the homeowners responsibility to pull the permit with the appropriate jurisdiction's building department and to obtain approval from their HOA.
  2. Does the shed's location need to be prepared in any way?
    • No preparation needed for the following two options:
      • Every shed is carefully built on 2x6 floor joists set neatly on solid cement blocks.
      • If the ground is significantly uneven, then 4x4 posts may be used set on cement post blocks.
    • If a cement slab is desired, then the homeowner is responsible for hiring a cement contractor. The slab should be the same size as the shed to prevent water pooling. For example, a 10x12 shed should have a slab that is 10x12. It is important that the concrete slab be level, square, and each side straight.
    • Every location must be free of trees, branches, roots, and bushes in addition to a 2 foot clearance around the shed.
  3. Can an existing cement slab from a previous shed be used?
    • It depends on the condition of the slab. It is not ideal for a shed's floor joists to be sitting in water after a rain.
    • Using 4x4 posts may be a solution to elevate the shed.
  4. Should the shed be built before or after a landscaping project?
    • Often a shed being built is a part of a greater landscaping project and its best to  build the shed first prior to the landscaping project.
    • Building a shed is a construction project similar to a house. 
  5. How long does it take to build a shed?
    • Varies on depending on size, options, accessories and shed location on property.
    • For most sheds, plan on 2 to 5 days.
  6. What are Mile High Shed's payment guidelines?
    • All major credit cards accepted and ACH transfers.
    • 50% down payment required at quote approval signing.
    • Refunds can't be processed once build preparation work begins which is usually a few days prior to when the on-site build begins.
  7. Is Mile High Sheds licensed and insured?
    • Mile High Sheds has the appropriate licenses and insurance coverages according to each city or county's jurisdiction requirements.
    • The class of license held by Mile High Sheds is to build storage sheds only.