Can I put a shed on a utility easement?
The short answer
Usually not. Most Colorado cities and counties prohibit permanent structures inside a recorded utility or drainage easement, and utility crews can require removal if they need access. Check your plat or survey for easements before you pick a spot, then confirm with your local zoning office. Where setbacks and easements come into play is covered in our Colorado shed permit requirements guide.
Your plat map, title documents, or a property survey show where easements run. Easements are separate from setbacks — a spot can meet the setback and still sit inside an easement. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, so your local zoning office has the final word.