Parker, CO · Family-owned
Owner-built by Jon & Janessa LangPatios, patio covers, outdoor kitchens, and gas fire features for Parker yards, planned around town permits and summer fire rules. Built by Jon & Janessa Lang.
Outdoor rooms in Parker
On July 2, 2026, Parker moved to Stage 2 fire restrictions. Wood patio fire pits, chimineas, and portable fireplaces were off limits. Gas fire pits and gas grills were still allowed.
Fire rules change with the weather, so check the town's current status before you light up. But if you want a fire you can count on in a dry July, gas is worth a hard look. When we plan your outdoor room, we sort out gas or wood, where the line runs, and which parts need a town permit. The Town of Parker Building Division says permits are needed for practically any work, and it takes them online in eTRAKiT. We file for you. For decks, fences, and the rest of what we build in town, see our Parker page.
“We were in desperate need of a new deck and patio (and just for fun we threw a custom fire pit into the mix). Our backyard has been transformed and we have John and Janessa to thank for that.”
jasonthomas93 · Deck, patio & fire pitWhat shapes a Parker outdoor room
A fire ban, a town inspector, a wire added too late, and the ground under it all. Each one changes how we lay out your space.
During the July 2026 Stage 2 order, Parker banned wood fires in patio pits and chimineas but allowed gas-fueled fire pits and grills. A gas feature keeps the evening fire going when the rules tighten. Always check the town's current status first.
Parker posts its own Patio Cover and Carport guide. The town inspects covers in three steps: open footing holes, the frame, then a final. Pergolas, gazebos, and shade structures fall under the same inspection sheet.
Lights, fans, and outlets shown on the approved cover plans get checked under the main permit. Anything added after the permit is issued needs a separate electrical permit and its own inspections. So we plan every fixture up front.
State geologists warn that clay soils here swell when soaked, by as much as 20 percent in volume. NOAA's storm lab puts Colorado in its top trio of hail states, next to Nebraska and Wyoming. We set footings deep and put a roof where you sit most.
“The inspector was impressed by their system and mentioned this deck is built to withstand a hurricane.”
Dominic ValenzuelaParker outdoor projects
Nearly every outdoor-living call we get from Parker is one of the six below, and each has its own town rule to work with.
A gas fire pit lights with a switch, puts out no sparks, and was still allowed during the July 2026 Stage 2 order. We plan where the gas line runs, set the pit on a solid base, and get the permits in order.
Already have a concrete patio? A cover can go over it. The town treats it as its own project, with a plan, footings checked open, a frame inspection, and a final. If you later want walls, Parker has a separate guide for enclosing a patio.
A built-in grill, a counter, and a little storage keep the cook outside with everyone else. We set the counters on footings so the clay can't tilt them, and plan the gas and power before the slab goes in.
Hot tubs are on the town's own list of projects that need a permit. We plan the pad, the power, and the cover above it as one job, so it all passes together.
On a lot that falls away, a few low walls turn a slope into flat places to sit. The town wants a permit for retaining or block walls over 48 inches, so we plan the steps to stay low or permit the tall ones.
Step lights, a ceiling fan, a plug for the TV. Put them on the cover plans and the town checks them with the main permit. Add them later and it means a new electrical permit. We get it right the first time.
Parker-area reviews
Homeowners who hired Jon and Janessa for patios, fire pits, and covered decks, in their own words.
“We were in desperate need of a new deck and patio (and just for fun we threw a custom fire pit into the mix). The estimate was reasonable and their work was excellent. Our backyard has been transformed.”
“Colorado Elite completed an incredible covered deck for us. Jon and Janessa were very professional, open, honest and communicative. They were great to work with. We would highly recommend them.”
“We had Jon, Andrew, and Derrick rebuild our deck. The crew was always on time and professional. Jon designed a creative and functional privacy wall for us and delivered on all his promises. We enjoy it every day!”
Where we build in Parker
From Bradbury Ranch and Newlin Meadows to Idyllwilde and Hilltop, town or county. Some of the areas we work in:
Parker outdoor-living questions
Tell us your ZIP and what you picture: a gas fire pit, a cover, a kitchen, or all three. Jon and Janessa will walk the yard and send an itemized estimate.
Get My Free Estimate or call (720) 674-9058