Arapahoe County Phone Directory

The Arapahoe County phone directory covers all main government offices and departments in one of Colorado's most populated counties. Arapahoe County has its seat in Littleton and serves close to 667,000 people across a large stretch of the Denver metro area. Whether you need to reach the county clerk, the sheriff, or the assessor, this directory has the direct phone numbers and contact details for each Arapahoe County office. It also lists state-level phone resources so you can connect with the right agency on your first try. Arapahoe County was Colorado's first county, and its government has grown to include dozens of departments that serve residents each day.

Arapahoe County Main Phone Line

The central phone number for Arapahoe County is 303-795-4400. This line connects you to the main switchboard at the county building in Littleton. Staff there can route your call to any department. If you are not sure which office to call, this is the best place to start. The main line is open during normal business hours on weekdays.

Arapahoe County offices sit at 5334 S. Prince St. in Littleton, CO 80120. You can visit in person or call ahead. The phone directory for Arapahoe County also extends to an online staff directory on the county site. That tool lets you search by name or by department, which can save you time if you know who you need to reach. The Arapahoe County staff directory is free to use and pulls up direct lines for most employees.

The screenshot below shows the Arapahoe County homepage, which links to all department phone listings and contact forms.

The site is easy to navigate. Each department page lists office hours, phone numbers, and mailing addresses for Arapahoe County.

Arapahoe County Department Phone Numbers

Arapahoe County runs more than a dozen departments. Each one has its own direct phone number. Calling the right line saves time and gets you to the person who can help. Below are the most used department contacts in the Arapahoe County phone directory. These numbers connect to offices that handle records, taxes, law enforcement, and public services.

The Arapahoe County Assessor handles property valuations and can answer questions about assessments. Call them at 303-795-4600. If you need a copy of a deed, title, or other recorded document, the Clerk and Recorder is at 303-795-4200. This office also handles elections, though the elections division has its own direct line at 303-795-4511 for voter registration and ballot questions. The Arapahoe County Treasurer takes calls about property tax payments and tax lien sales at 303-795-4550.

For law enforcement, the Arapahoe County Sheriff can be reached at 720-874-8477. The civil section of the sheriff's office, which handles court papers and civil process, has a separate number at 720-874-3845. If you need to report a death or have questions for the coroner, that office is at 720-874-3625. Human Services handles public assistance programs at 303-636-0000, and they can point you to the right division for food aid, child care, or adult protection in Arapahoe County.

Planning and land use falls under 720-874-6650. Public Works handles roads and infrastructure at 720-874-6500. These are the most common phone contacts in the Arapahoe County directory, but the full staff listing on the county site has numbers for dozens more offices and individual employees.

Note: Phone numbers can change as offices move or restructure, so check the Arapahoe County website if a number does not connect.

Arapahoe County Commissioners Contact Info

Arapahoe County has five commissioners, each serving one district. The general commissioners line is 303-795-4630. You can call this number and ask to be routed to your district commissioner. Each one also has a direct line if you already know which district covers your address in Arapahoe County.

District 1 can be reached at 303-795-4631. District 2 is at 303-795-4632. District 3 takes calls at 303-795-4633. The number for District 4 is 303-795-4634, and District 5 answers at 303-795-4635. All five commissioners meet regularly and their sessions are open to the public. You can call to get meeting dates, agendas, or to leave a message about county matters. The commissioners oversee the budget and set priorities for all departments in the Arapahoe County phone directory, so reaching out to them is a direct way to voice concerns about county services.

Note: Commissioner district boundaries shift after each census, so confirm your district if you moved recently within Arapahoe County.

Arapahoe County Phone Contacts for Records

Public records in Arapahoe County are available under Colorado's open records law. C.R.S. 24-72-201, known as the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA), gives anyone the right to inspect and copy most government records. This includes documents held by Arapahoe County offices. You can call the Clerk and Recorder at 303-795-4200 to ask about records or to start a request. The Colorado Secretary of State CORA page has more details on how the law works and what records are covered.

Criminal justice records in Arapahoe County fall under a different statute. C.R.S. 24-72-301, the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act (CCJRA), sets rules for access to arrest reports, court files, and other law enforcement documents. The sheriff's office at 720-874-8477 handles most of those requests. Some records cost a fee to copy. Others are free to view in person. The office can tell you what charges apply when you call.

Court records for Arapahoe County go through the state judicial system. The Colorado Judicial Branch runs an online search tool for court cases statewide. You can look up civil, criminal, and family cases by name or case number. CJD 05-01 is the chief justice directive that governs public access to court records in Colorado. It spells out what is open, what is restricted, and how to request sealed or restricted files. If you need a court document from Arapahoe County, calling the district court clerk is the fastest route.

Search the Arapahoe County Staff Directory

The Arapahoe County staff directory is a searchable database on the county website. It lets you find phone numbers for specific employees by name or department. This is useful if you have dealt with someone before and want their direct line. The directory pulls up office locations and email addresses too.

You can access the Arapahoe County staff directory here. The screenshot below shows the staff directory search page.

Type a last name or pick a department from the list to see all contacts in that office. This part of the Arapahoe County phone directory is kept up to date by the county IT team.

Colorado State Phone Resources for Arapahoe County

Some services that Arapahoe County residents need are handled at the state level. These offices have their own phone lines and websites. Knowing which calls go to the state instead of the county can save you from getting bounced between offices.

The Colorado Secretary of State handles business filings, notary commissions, and campaign finance records. If you need to look up a business registered in Arapahoe County, that office is the one to call. The Colorado DMV manages driver licenses and vehicle titles, though Arapahoe County has local DMV branch offices that handle most in-person needs. For professional license checks, the DORA license lookup lets you verify whether a contractor, doctor, or other professional in Arapahoe County holds a valid license.

The state judicial system covers all courts in Arapahoe County. The Colorado Judicial Branch website has phone numbers for each district court, along with case search tools and filing info. If you need to reach the Arapahoe County District Court directly, the judicial branch site lists the current number and address. This is often faster than searching for court contacts through the county site itself.

Using the Arapahoe County Phone Directory

Getting the right number is half the work. The other half is knowing when to call. Most Arapahoe County offices are open from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Call early in the day for shorter wait times. Midweek tends to be less busy than Monday or Friday in most county departments.

If you get a voicemail, leave a clear message with your name, number, and what you need. Arapahoe County staff usually call back within one business day. For urgent matters, the main line at 303-795-4400 can connect you to someone right away. You can also use the county website to submit questions through online forms if you prefer not to call. The Arapahoe County phone directory is a starting point, but the online forms sometimes get a faster written response than leaving a voicemail would.

• Call 303-795-4400 for the main Arapahoe County switchboard
• Use the staff directory for direct employee phone numbers
• Check the county website for department hours before calling
• Leave a voicemail with your contact info if no one answers
• Try online forms for non-urgent questions

Many people search for Arapahoe County phone contacts when they have a question about taxes, records, or permits. The directory above covers the departments that handle those requests. If your question falls outside these areas, calling the main line is still the quickest way to get pointed in the right direction within the Arapahoe County government.

Cities in Arapahoe County

Arapahoe County includes several large cities that are part of the Denver metro area. Residents of these cities use Arapahoe County offices for county-level services like property records, tax payments, and court filings. Each city has its own municipal government, but the county phone directory covers the services that sit at the county level.

Other communities in Arapahoe County include Englewood, Sheridan, Greenwood Village, Cherry Hills Village, and Glendale. These smaller cities still use Arapahoe County departments for county-level phone contacts and services.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Arapahoe County or sit close by in the Denver metro area. If you need phone contacts for government offices in a neighboring county, check their directory pages below.