Homemade Trailers

Definition

A trailer that is self-assembled and does not have a vehicle identification number (VIN) and weighing less than 2000 pounds.


Title & Registration

In order to title and register the trailer, the owner of a homemade trailer must apply for a Colorado trailer identification number.


Required Documents for Issuance

  • A bill of sale for the essential materials (county motor vehicle office verifies receipts)
  • DR 2409 (PDF) - "Statement of Homemade Trailer and Assignment of Trailer I.D. Number" (found at the Colorado DMV website). Requires basic description of trailer including weight, length, width, make and other miscellaneous information such as construction materials and number of axles
  • A completed DR2704 Colorado Certified VIN Inspection. Starting May 5th 2025 Aspen Police Department will be executing VIN inspections for Aspen Residents only, while undergoing a 2 month remodel.  After the remodel out-of-city resident VIN inspections will only be done as staffing allows. Please be advised if you are not a resident of Aspen you will need to have a VIN inspection done before coming into our office.

  • Snowmass Village PD 970-923-5330 

  • Basalt PD 970-927-4316 

  • Aspen PD 970-920-5400 

  • Carbondale PD 970963-2662 

  • Pitkin County Sheriff 970-920-5300

  • DR2697 (PDF) -Certification of Equipment Compliance for Homemade and In Lieu of Bond Trailers
  • A Certified weight slip may be required, which can be obtained locally from United Company, or Casey Concrete.

Fees

  • Registration fee varies depending on the value
  • Fee for the ID number is an additional $3.50

License Plates

Plates and registration will be issued upon receipt of the required documents and payment of the required fees.


State-Issued Title

The title will be processed and sent by the Department of Revenue.


Over 2000 Pounds

For trailers weighing over 2000 pounds, bonding is required. See the bonding procedure or contact our office.