Basics

Auto Registration, Driver License, Auto Insurance

Auto Registration

Registration is required:

• within 60 days of purchase

• within 90 days of becoming a resident

• non-resident who owns a business and owns a vehicle trailer, etc.

There are certain military and student exceptions. Requirements are located on the website. Required documents include: proof of title and/or current out-of-state registration, VIN verification form, proof of Colorado vehicle emissions test for diesel vehicles only; odometer reading at time of purchase (if not on title); proof of insurance and payment of fees and specific ownership taxes must be made. License plates may be renewed online at: www.colorado.gov.

Auto Insurance

Colorado’s auto insurance requirements are bodily injury liability, property damage, personal injury protection (no fault medical) and uninsured motorist liability. Further documentation may be required for other forms of transportation Call 520-6240 or online at https://clerkandrecorder.elpasoco.com.

New In 2023

A $29.00 “Keep Colorado Wild” Pass fee will be added to the annual vehicle registration cost through the DMV. It is a discounted state park system pass that you can purchase or opt out of when registering your car. It is linked to a specific license plate so it is not transferable.

High Altitude Tips for Visitors and New Residents

Colorado Springs can get to an altitude a little over 6,000 feet. Victor and Cripple Creek get up to 9,500 feet and the summit of Pikes Peak sits at 14,115 feet. This is good for our bodies (because it burns more calories), but it can also cause some very uncomfortable side effects, which may ruin a great adventure you’ve been looking forward to. Just remember, high altitudes, when you haven’t had the time to adjust can produce dizziness, nausea, headaches and dehydration.

Give your body time to adjust. Avoid strenuous exercise and drink lots of water. Also cut down on alcohol and caffeine and make sure you’re in good physical condition to take advantage of activities at higher altitudes.

Log on to https://clerkandrecorder.elpasoco.com for detailed information regarding applications, necessary identification and the types of permits available for minors. Site also provides maps to the 5 Division of Motor Vehicles Offices.

Division of Motor Vehicles’ Offices: El Paso County 719-520-6240

Centennial Hall Branch: 200 S. Cascade Ave. • Colorado Springs 80903

Vehicle registration 24/7 kiosk only.

Main - Citizen Service Center: 1675 W Garden of the Gods

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Southeast Branch: 5650 Industrial Place (Southeast corner of Powers Blvd. & Airport Rd.) Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

North Branch - Union Town Center: 8830 N. Union Blvd. (Northwest corner of Union Blvd. & Research Parkway). Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday 8:00am - 1:00pm

Fort Carson Branch: 6351 Wetzel Ave., Bldg. 1525

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Teller County

101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. • 719-689-2951

800 Research Drive, Tamarac Business Center, Woodland Park

Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

These branches are also the locations for County Clerk business involving certain licensing certificates and voter registration. Log on to co.teller.co.us

Communications (phone, cable, internet, television) apple………………………….. www.apple.com …………………. apple store at the promenade Shops @ Briargate

800-My-applE

1685 Briargate parkway, Colorado Springs 80920……. local 719-522-4460 at&t…………………………… www.att.com ………….………….

800-288-2020

Century link………………….. www.centurylink.com …. ………....866-642-0444

Xfinity … www.xfinity.com …………….......… 800-266-2278 dirECtV……………………… www.directv.com ………………….. dish network………………… www.dishnetwork.com ……………

Stratus iQ…………………..… www.stratusiq.com … ………… …

888-777-2454

800-823-4929

719- 573-5343

Vero networks …………….... www.veronetworks 719- 686-0250 rise Broadband……………… www.risebroadband.com ………. 844-411-7473 tdS Broadband.……………... www.hellotds.com ……………….... 844-322-8835

Verizon………………………... www.verizonwireless.com ..……… 800-837-4966

Colorado Springs Office of Innovation

30 S. Nevada Ave., Ste. 603

Colorado Springs 80903

719-385-5087 • www.coloradosprings.gov

Catamount Institute

740 W. Caramillo, Colorado Springs 80907 719-471-0910 • www.catamountinstitute.org

Field trips and camps for children K - 12th grade.

Clean Cities Coalition Network

303-519-4144 • www.cleancities.energy.gov

Colorado Springs Utilities Conservation and Environmental Center

2855 Mesa Rd. Colorado Springs 80901 719-668-8232 • www.csu.org