Business Guidance By Sector
See below for guidance specific to your sector.
Construction
Construction
On April 27th contractors are welcome to submit a COVID-19 Site Safety Plan for their permitted construction site. Details on the safety requirements and additional required documents can be previewed by following the link below:
Approval is required for any construction activity, that requires a permit, prior to operations.
Landscaping and Trades
Landscaping companies and construction activity not requiring a permit are allowed to resume operations in Pitkin County as of April 23, 2020 as long as they have completed a company-specific operation plan that demonstrates compliance with the Business Safety Plan requirements.
Non-permitted construction includes activities like: house painting, driveway resurfacing or parking lot paving/restriping, window washing, property management/maintenance, pool and spa maintenance, carpet installation, wood floor installation, interior decorating and window coverings, appliance delivery, and installation and alarm service and maintenance testing. For a comprehensive definition of Non-permitted construction, please refer to this link. The Business Safety Plan document is to be completed prior to the commencement of work.
Education
K – 12 Education
- Refer to State Guidance
- Refer to Pitkin County School COVID-19 Quarantine & Isolation Guidance
Higher Education/Post-secondary Institutions
- Refer to State Guidance for Higher Education/Post-secondary Institutions
- Post-secondary institutions must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Childcare Facilities
- Refer to State Website
- Childcare Facilities must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Learning Pod
- Refer to Pitkin County Learning Pod/Pandemic Pod/Microschool Guidance (Traducción Española)
- Refer to CDPHE Resource Guide for Individuals Hosting and Families Participating in Instructional Learning Pods.
Day & Residential Camps
- Day Camps
- Refer to State Website
- Day Camp operators must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
- Residential Camps
- Refer to State Website
- Residential Camp operators must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Events
Identify your event
Informal Events / Personal Gatherings – Informal gatherings are limited to no more than 10 individuals from no more than 2 households.
Informal Gatherings / Personal Gatherings:
- Adhere to the current personal gathering size capacity limits based on Pitkin County’s Public Health Order.
- Informal gatherings are limited to no more than 10 individuals from no more than 2 households.
- Review your planning checklist, found at Pitkin County’s Informal Event guidance, to make sure your event ensures the safety and health of all attendees.
Indoor Events / Facility Gatherings
Indoor Events / Facility Gatherings
Events are to follow Level Yellow Restrictions.
Additional Guidance
Outdoor Events / Facility Gatherings
Outdoor Events / Facility Gatherings
- Adhere to the current outdoor event capacity limits based on Pitkin County’s level on the State COVID-19 Dial.
- For outdoor unseated events, 50% capacity or up to 175 people within the usable space calculated using the Distancing Space Calculator, excluding staff, per designated activity or area.
- For outdoor seated events, 50% capacity or up to 175 people with 6 feet distancing between non-household contacts.
- Refer to State Guidance for Outdoor Events
- Refer to the chart below to determine what your event permitting requirements are.
Additional Guidance
Events Pathfinder – See below for full guidelines, restrictions, and resources by event type
Event Pathfinder
| I am having an informal gathering at my home and want to make sure that we are all safe…. | – Adhere to the current personal gathering size capacity limits based on Pitkin County’s level on the State COVID-19 Dial. |
| I want to host an event at a hotel, restaurant, conference center or similar facility or commercial space… | – Adhere to the current indoor/outdoor event capacity limits based on Pitkin County’s level on the State COVID-19 Dial. – Adhere to the State Guidance for Indoor Events or State Guidance for Outdoor Events. – Host of facilities submit one Event Safety Plan addressing the COVID guidance for all events at the facility |
| I want to host an event that doesn’t require a permit and at a location that doesn’t already follow an Event Safety Plan. | – Adhere to the current indoor/outdoor event capacity limits based on Pitkin County’s level on the State COVID-19 Dial. – Hire an Event Coordinator who has a Business Safety Plan on file. – Adhere to the State Guidance for Indoor Events or State Guidance for Outdoor Events. – Event Coordinator submits an Event Safety Plan |
| I want to host an event that requires a special event permit (for instance using public land or facilities)… | – Adhere to the current indoor/outdoor event capacity limits based on Pitkin County’s level on the State COVID-19 Dial. – Adhere to the State Guidance for Indoor Events or State Guidance for Outdoor Events. – Submit an Event Safety Plan. – Submit your copy of your Event Safety Plan with your special event permit. |
| I want to host events at my Performing Arts facility or Indoor theater/auditorium… | – Adhere to the current indoor event capacity limits based on Pitkin County’s level on the State COVID-19 Dial. – Adhere to the State Guidance for Indoor Events or State Guidance for Outdoor Events. – Submit an Event Safety Plan. **Refer to the appropriate jurisdiction if your event requires a Special Event Permit. |
| I want to host an outdoor race or competitive event | – Adhere to the current Organized Sports capacity limits based on Pitkin County’s level on the State COVID-19 Dial. – Adhere to the State Guidance for Organized Sports – Spectators must be hosted in accordance with the indoor or outdoor event guidance. -Submit an Event Safety Plan. **Refer to the appropriate jurisdiction if your event requires a Special Event Permit. |
| I want to host an outdoor drive-in event | – Adhere to the current outdoor event capacity limits based on Pitkin County’s level on the State COVID-19 Dial. – Adhere to the State Guidance for Outdoor Events. – Submit an Event Safety Plan – Submit your copy of your Event Safety Plan with your special event permit. |
Institutions
Theaters (Movie and Performance)
- Refer to State Guidance for Indoor Events
- Performing Arts and Movie Theaters must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Places of Worship & Life Rite Ceremonies
- Refer to State Guidance for Places of Worship
- Places of Worship must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Museums
- Refer to State Guidance for Indoor Events
- Museums must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Hospitality
Short Term Rentals & Lodging
- Refer to Pitkin County Lodging Guidance (Traducción Española)
- All Lodging Accommodations must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Restaurants & Food Services
- Refer to State Guidance for Restaurants & Food Services
- All Restaurants must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
- Follow protective measures for restaurants outlined in the Public Health Order
- Additional Guidance:
- In accordance with the State Public Health Order 20-36, bars that do not serve food may only provide alcohol service through takeout, curbside pick up and and delivery.
Limited Health Care Settings
Limited Health Care Settings
- Refer to State Guidance for Limited Health Care Settings
- All Limited Health Care Facilities must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Nursing Homes and Congregate Care Facilities
Nursing Homes and Congregate Care Facilities
Office-Based Businesses
Office-Based Businesses
- Refer to State Guidance for Office-Based Businesses
- All Office-Based Businesses must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Recreation
Personal Recreation (Indoor Gyms, Indoor Fitness Classes, Recreation Centers, Bowling Alleys, Indoor/Outdoor Pools, Hot Springs, Playgrounds, Organized Recreational Sports)
- Refer to State Guidance for Personal Recreation
- For Organized Sports, refer to CDPHE Guidance for Organized Sports
- Gyms, Fitness Centers, Recreation Centers, etc. must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Outdoor Recreation / Outdoor Guides / Tours / Outfitters
- Refer to State Guidance for Outdoor Recreation
- Outdoor recreation operators must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Camping
- Private Campgrounds
- Refer to State Guidance
Golf Courses
- Refer to State Guidance for Personal Recreation
- All Golf Course operators must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Personal Services
Personal Services
- Refer to State Guidance for Personal Services
- All Personal Services must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Retail
Retail
- Refer to State Guidance for Retail
- All Retail Operators must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Real Estate & Field Services
Real Estate
- Refer to State Guidance for Real Estate & Field Services
- All Field Service and Real Estate Operators must:
- Submit and adhere to a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan
- Adhere to Pitkin County Mask Requirements
Transportation
Carpooling
For Safer Carpooling
- Stay Home When Sick
- 50% Occupancy
- Wear Face Coverings
- Keep Windows Open When Possible
- Wash Hands Before and After
- Disinfect High Touch Areas Before and After
Please review the Carpool Recommendations (Traducción Española)
Ridesharing
For Safer Ridesharing
- Leave Passenger Seat Open
- Wear Face Covering
- 50% Occupancy
- Self-loading or Hand Sanitizer
- Disinfect High Touch Areas
Please review the Taxis, Limo, Shuttles & Rideshare Recommendations (Traducción Española)
White Papers
Scientifically identified methods for prevention of transmission of COVID 19 are properly designed, installed and maintained ventilation and/or filtration of air in indoor spaces. The more enclosed a space becomes; the more likely viral load will increase due to activities of people within that space. Read more in Pitkin County’s article, Use of Emerging Technologies to Protect Against COVID 19.
Think of hosting an event or gathering? Consider ventilation and filtration for indoor space, as it relates to viral distribution of droplets and aerosol. For more information, view Ventilation and Filtration for Indoor Public Gathering Spaces: A Review. (Traducción Española)
Other white pages can be found below
