Security and Building Access

Capitol Complex - Security and Building Access

Applications for building access codes and keys are submitted through the Colorado State Patrol Executive Security Unit (ESU). Contact the Colorado State Patrol at cdps_asack@state.co.us or calling 720-653-0694, Monday through Friday, 8 A.M. to 5 P.M.

Tunnel Access

The tunnels that run beneath the State Capitol and several adjacent state buildings contain a myriad of utility services, including high voltage electrical lines, live high-pressure steam piping, natural gas, and water lines. These tunnels are confined and have many potential safety issues including tripping hazards, burn hazards, potential head injuries from overhead obstacles and asbestos containing materials. Since these tunnels also lead to the subbasements of several agencies, there is direct access to restricted areas that is in violation of several departments’ security policies. For these reasons, pedestrian traffic by state employees is strictly forbidden.

Key Issuance

Capitol Complex is responsible for issuing all keys in Capitol Complex managed buildings. Keys will be issued to tenants/applicants with the approval of the requesting department’s authorized individual. To start the process, applicants must contact the Colorado State Patrol at cdps_asack@state.co.us or calling 720-653-0694, Monday through Friday, 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. 

The State key shop manager will email key requestors with a time to pick up their keys and to sign the key agreement. Per Colorado Revised Statute, a $25 dollar key replacement fee will be assessed. This is necessary to cover key costs which are in line with outside vendor pricing. If a master key is lost, the department shall bear the cost of re-keying the entire area.

Important points to remember about key and lock issues:

• A picture I.D. is required to take possession of the key.
• Capitol Complex does not issue spare keys.
• Only Capitol Complex is authorized to duplicate keys.
• Capitol Complex does not issue, copy or make keys for filing cabinets.
• People must sign for their own key.
• Capitol Complex does not service agency internal security systems/locks.
• For security reasons, Capitol Complex will not unlock doors in Capitol Complex-managed buildings. Please contact State Patrol to request access.
• New locks must be approved by Capitol Complex.
• If keys--either personal or State-issued--are dropped down an elevator shaft in any Capitol Complex building or facility, an outside vendor must be contacted to retrieve the keys. The individual owner of the keys will be responsible for paying the key retrieval fee of $120.00, via check made payable to the contracted elevator service company.

Employee ID Badges

Badges are issued by DPA’s Division of Capital Assets, Capitol Complex unit. Human Resources Managers from various state agencies have authorized specific personnel to request State Employee ID Badges using a secure web interface. The authorized HR representative will place the request for any badge — whether a new hire, transfer, temporary employee, etc.; and will notify the requestor when the request has been approved. Upon approval, pictures are taken between 7:30 a.m. − 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, holidays excluded, at 1525 Sherman Street, #B-15, Denver, Colorado 80203. For security purposes, you must present a valid driver's license or other state-issued photo identification. If your badge has expired or is lost, please consult your Human Resources unit to request a new badge. For further assistance, please contact the Capitol Complex Help Desk at 303-866-4357 (303-866-HELP).