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Northglenn building permits
VerifiedNorthglenn, Colorado — as published 2026-08-14.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family homes and similar new residential construction in Northglenn. Reviewed under the 2021 IRC/IBC as locally amended (including Northglenn's own Table R301.2(1) climatic/geographic design criteria) by the City's Building Division, operated under contract by SAFEbuilt. Falls under the CommunityCore 'Plan Review Permit' track.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- Plans must comply with the 2021 IRC/IBC as adopted and locally amended, including Northglenn's Table R301.2(1) design criteria: 30 psf ground snow load, 130 mph wind speed, Seismic Design Category B, Severe weathering, 36-inch frost line depth
- New construction is a 'Plan Review Permit' category project in CommunityCore — plans and documents must be uploaded to the CommunityCore portal 'Documents' tab before application submittal
- All contractors performing work (general, electrical, mechanical, plumbing) must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license and be listed on the permit before issuance
- North Metro Fire Rescue District review applies; Adams County Health Department review applies if the project involves food preparation or child care
- Valuation determined by applying project square footage to the ICC Building Valuation Data Table
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (CommunityCore)Submitted via the CommunityCore online portal; homeowners register as a Community Member, contractors use Building Division-issued login credentials
- RequiredSite PlanShowing lot dimensions and existing structures
- RequiredFloor PlanFull floor plan for the new structure
- OptionalSection ViewShowing how new structures attach to existing buildings, if needed
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1 to $500 | $23.50 | Valuation Chart (Plumbing, Heating and HVAC table), based on the 1997 Uniform Building Code, currently under the Feb 2019 fee update; City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $2,001 to $25,000 | $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Valuation Chart, $2,001 to $25,000 row |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,001 to $500,000 | $993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Valuation Chart, $100,001 to $500,000 row |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1,000,001 and up | $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, building permit fee table — top valuation tier at $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 per additional $1,000. Show full citationHideCity of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, building permit fee table — top valuation tier at $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 per additional $1,000. The City's codified schedule at Municipal Code Sec. 10-2-5(g) states $3.15 for the same tier, and archived copies show the code carried $3.65 in 2022 and $3.15 by 2025 with no other figure in that table changing. Both increments are widely published by other jurisdictions on this identical base, so neither reading is self-evidently an error. Confirm with the Building Division before relying on this tier. |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Covers building, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical review; paid at plan submittal |
| Use Tax | Total valuation x 50% (assumed materials share) x 4% assessed rate | Collected at permit issuance; example: $20,000 valuation yields $400.00 use tax |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, pop-tops, basement finishes, detached garages, decks/carports, and interior remodels in Northglenn. Reviewed under the 2021 IRC as locally amended. Routed through CommunityCore's 'Plan Review Permit' track.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for: Additions and pop-tops; Garages and carports (detached and attached); Sheds over 200 SF; Other accessory structures over 200 SF; Decks; Decks with patio covers; Patio enclosures; Screened porches/sunrooms; Basement finishes; Remodeling; Structural modifications
- Accessory structures that are one story, detached, under 200 SF, with no utilities do NOT require a permit
- Basement finish, detached garage, decks/carports, and residential remodels/additions are categorized as 'Plan Review Permits' in CommunityCore, requiring documents uploaded to the portal's Documents tab before submittal
- All contractors must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license and be listed on the permit
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (CommunityCore)Submitted via CommunityCore; plans uploaded to the Documents tab before application submittal
- RequiredSite PlanShowing lot dimensions and existing/proposed structures
- RequiredFloor Plan and Section ViewShowing addition/remodel scope and connection to the existing structure
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (same valuation-based Valuation Chart as new construction) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Plan review fee section |
| Use Tax | Total valuation x 50% x 4% assessed rate | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Use tax section; the 4% rate is stated in the worked fee example on the same page |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical modifications, service upgrades, and panel changeouts in Northglenn. Governed by the 2023 NEC as locally adopted and amended. Standalone electrical work (Electrical Only, service upgrades, panel changeouts) is categorized as a 'One-Stop/Quick Permit' in CommunityCore, issued without a plan upload. Residential electrical permits are billed on a distinct area-based fee schedule rather than the general valuation table.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for electrical modifications; changing light fixtures like-for-like does NOT require a permit
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by reference and locally amended
- Electrical Service Upgrade, Electrical Panel Change Out, and Electrical Only (commercial and residential) are listed among CommunityCore's One-Stop/Quick Permits (no plan upload required)
- All contractors — including electrical contractors — must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license in addition to any state licensure; permits are not issued until all contractors are licensed and listed on the permit
- Electrician contractor license itself carries no fee, per the City's Contractor License page, though the license is still required
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (CommunityCore)Applied for via CommunityCore under the Electrical Only / Service Upgrade / Panel Change Out permit type; no plan upload required for standard scope
- RequiredCity of Northglenn Contractor LicenseRequired for the performing electrical contractor, in addition to any Colorado state licensure
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Electrical Permit — not more than 1,000 sq ft enclosed living area | $115 | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page — applies to single-family, multi-family, condominiums, and extensive remodeling/additions |
| Residential Electrical Permit — over 1,000 to 1,500 sq ft | $172.50 | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Electrical permit fees table, residential row for over 1,000 and not more than 1,500 sq. ft. |
| Residential Electrical Permit — over 1,500 to 2,000 sq ft | $230 | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Electrical permit fees table, residential row for over 1,500 and not more than 2,000 sq. ft. |
| Residential Electrical Permit — each additional 100 sq ft or fraction thereof above 2,000 sq ft | $11.50 | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Electrical permit fees table, each additional 100 sq. ft. row |
| Reinspection Fee | $75/hour | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Other Inspections and Fees — $75.00 per hour. Show full citationHideCity of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Other Inspections and Fees — $75.00 per hour. That row belongs to the general building schedule; the electrical article at Municipal Code Sec. 10-3 sets its own “Re-inspection fee for all of the above” at $57.50 flat. Sec. 10-2 carries two conflict rules that point different ways here — “the specific requirement shall be applicable” favours the $57.50 electrical row, while “the more restrictive of the two shall govern” favours the hourly charge on any job over an hour. Confirm with the Building Division which applies to an electrical re-inspection. |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing modifications, sump pumps, and lawn sprinkler backflow devices in Northglenn. Governed by the 2021 IPC as locally amended (gas test pressure amended to 10 PSIG, minimum sewer depth amended to 12 inches). Standalone plumbing work is categorized as a 'One-Stop/Quick Permit' in CommunityCore.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for plumbing modifications and lawn sprinkler installations where a backflow device is installed or replaced
- Sump pumps require a permit
- Water heater installation or replacement requires a permit (listed separately under 'Inside' projects) and is itself categorized as a One-Stop/Quick Permit
- Governed by the 2021 IPC as adopted, with local amendments to gas test pressure (10 PSIG) and minimum sewer depth (12 inches / 305 mm)
- Plumbing Only (commercial and residential) is listed among CommunityCore's One-Stop/Quick Permits
- All contractors must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit Application (CommunityCore)Applied for via CommunityCore under Plumbing Only or Water Heater permit types
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building/Plumbing Permit Fee (general Valuation Chart) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per valuation tiers | No separate flat-fee plumbing schedule was found published; billed under the same Valuation Chart used for building permits generally. City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the permit fee (applies where plan review is required) | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Plan review fee section, which states the plan review fee includes building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical fees |
| Reinspection Fee | $75/hour | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Other Inspections and Fees list, reinspection item |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for furnace, boiler, air conditioning, mini-split, heat pump, and swamp cooler installation or replacement in Northglenn. Governed by the 2021 IMC and IFGC as locally adopted. Most standalone HVAC equipment swaps are categorized as 'One-Stop/Quick Permits' in CommunityCore.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for: Furnace installation or replacement; Water heater (see plumbing-permit); Boiler installation or replacement; Air conditioning units; Mini-split units; Heat pump units; Evaporator/swamp coolers; Gas logs and gas lines; Fireplaces (wood, pellet, or gas); Electric to gas conversions
- Air Conditioners, Furnaces, and Swamp Coolers are explicitly listed among CommunityCore's One-Stop/Quick Permits
- Governed by the 2021 IMC and IFGC as adopted by the City
- Changing fixtures 'like for like' does not require a permit, but full equipment installation/replacement does
- All contractors must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit Application (CommunityCore)Applied for via CommunityCore under the applicable One-Stop/Quick Permit type
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building/Mechanical Permit Fee (general Valuation Chart) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per valuation tiers | No separate flat-fee mechanical schedule was found published; billed under the same Valuation Chart used for building permits generally. City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the permit fee (applies where plan review is required) | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Plan review fee section, which states the plan review fee includes building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical fees |
| Reinspection Fee | $75/hour | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Other Inspections and Fees list, reinspection item |
Roofing Permit (Reroof)
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing or roof re-cover work in Northglenn. Governed by 2021 IBC/IRC local roofing provisions. Roofing is categorized as a 'One-Stop/Quick Permit' in CommunityCore, issued same-visit without a plan upload.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for 're-roofing or roof re-cover,' per the City's 'Do I Need a Permit?' page
- Soffit, fascia, and gutter replacement do NOT require a permit
- Roofs are explicitly listed among CommunityCore's One-Stop/Quick Permits, issued without a plan upload
- All contractors must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredRoofing Permit Application (CommunityCore)Applied for via CommunityCore under the Roofs One-Stop/Quick Permit type
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permit fee — valuation-based (general Valuation Chart) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per valuation tiers | No separate flat-fee roofing schedule was found published; billed under the same Valuation Chart used for building permits generally |
| Reinspection Fee | $75/hour | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Other Inspections and Fees — reinspection at $75.00 per hour. |
Solar PV Permit
VerifiedRequired for solar panel installation in Northglenn. Governed by the 2021 IBC/IRC and 2023 NEC as locally adopted. Unlike most standalone electrical work, PV Systems (commercial and residential) are categorized as a 'Plan Review Permit' in CommunityCore, requiring documents uploaded before submittal.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- Solar panels are explicitly listed as requiring a permit on the City's 'Do I Need a Permit?' page
- PV System (Commercial and Residential) is categorized as a CommunityCore 'Plan Review Permit,' requiring plans/documents uploaded to the portal's Documents tab before application submittal — unlike most standalone electrical work, which is a same-visit Quick Permit
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as locally adopted for the electrical scope, and the 2021 IBC/IRC for structural/roof-mounting scope
- All contractors must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredPV System Permit Application (CommunityCore)Plans and supporting documents uploaded to the CommunityCore Documents tab before application submittal, per the Plan Review Permit category
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permit fee — valuation-based (general Valuation Chart) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per valuation tiers | No solar-specific flat fee was found published; solar systems are billed under the same Valuation Chart as other valuation-based permits, plus the standard 65% Plan Review Fee |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Plan review fee section |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of an ADU in Northglenn, governed by a detailed Planning & Development / Building Division joint guidance document covering zoning eligibility, size limits, ownership rules, utility requirements, and building-code-specific ADU provisions under the 2021 IRC/IBC as adopted.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- ADUs are permitted in zoning districts RS-1, RS-2, RS-3, RM-1, RM-2, MN, and PD (subject to case-by-case review for PD districts containing multifamily/live-work components); ADUs are generally prohibited in multifamily dwellings or live/work units
- Only one ADU allowed per property
- Size limit: 750 SF for detached ADUs or ADUs added as an addition to the primary structure across all listed zone districts (RS-1/RS-2/RS-3/RM-1/RM-2/MN); ADUs located entirely within the basement of an existing single-family home may exceed 750 SF if fully contained within the primary building footprint
- Height limit 20 ft across all listed zone districts (pitched/gable/hip roofs may extend up to 5 ft above the 20 ft limit if at least 70% of the roof area has a minimum 4:12 pitch)
- Front setback varies by zone: 30 ft (RS-1), 25 ft (RS-2), 15 ft (RS-3, RM-1, RM-2), 5 ft min/15 ft max (MN); side setback 5 ft in all listed zones; rear setback none in RS-1/RS-2/RS-3/RM-1/RM-2, 5 ft in MN (most residential properties also carry a 5 ft rear utility easement)
- Building coverage cap: 40% (RS-1), 60% (RS-2 through MN); rear yard structure coverage cap 30% in all listed zones
- Property owner must reside in either the primary dwelling or the ADU; ADU ownership may never be legally separated from the primary residence/lot
- ADUs used for short-term rentals require the property owner to reside on the property
- ADUs shall not have more than one bedroom
- Separate water and sewer services are NOT permitted for an ADU (must connect to the primary dwelling's systems, with specific routing rules for attached vs. detached ADUs); separate electric and gas metering IS allowed
- Existing building sewer pipes may lack sufficient depth for a detached ADU — a sewage pump or ejector may be required
- One off-street parking space required per ADU, only if additional parking demand is anticipated beyond what the primary residence already provides
- Building permit required for all ADUs; homeowners/architects may initiate the permit but may not perform the work themselves — General Construction, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing contractors must all be listed before issuance
- ADUs must have independent heating and water heaters; may require 1-hour fire-rated separation if adjacent to the primary structure; radon control systems required for new ADUs (existing basement conversions may be exempt); a blower-door (air leakage) test may be required before Certificate of Occupancy
- Modular, manufactured, or tiny-home ADUs must additionally meet Colorado Division of Housing (DOH) certification standards, submitted at time of city permitting
- For detached ADUs, a utility plan showing the water/sewer connection to the primary dwelling is required, including the existing water meter size (contact Utility Billing at 303.450.8770 if unknown); a fixture count of all existing and proposed fixtures (primary residence plus ADU) is required per IRC Table P2903.6, converted to supply demand via Table P2903.6(1)
- Governed by Northglenn UDO Article 11-4, Article 11-6, and Chapter 10 of the Municipal Code
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (CommunityCore)Standard building permit process; General Construction, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing contractors must all be listed before issuance
- RequiredUtility Plan (detached ADUs)Shows water/sewer connection between the primary dwelling's utilities and the detached ADU, including existing water meter size
- RequiredFixture CountCount of all existing and proposed fixtures in the primary residence and ADU per IRC Table P2903.6
- OptionalColorado Division of Housing ApprovalRequired only for modular, manufactured, or tiny-home ADUs — design/construction plans submitted to DOH at time of city permitting
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (general Valuation Chart) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers | No ADU-specific fee variance was found published in the ADU Guidance Document or Fees & Taxes page; standard Valuation Chart, 65% Plan Review Fee, and use tax apply |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page — plan review fee at 65% of the building permit fee, matching Municipal Code Sec. 10-2-5(g). |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of structures or building interiors in Northglenn, listed under both 'Outside' and 'Inside' categories on the City's 'Do I Need a Permit?' page.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- Demolition is listed as requiring a permit under both the Outside and Inside project categories on the City's 'Do I Need a Permit?' page
- All contractors must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit Application (CommunityCore)Applied for via CommunityCore
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permit fee — valuation-based (general Valuation Chart) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per valuation tiers | No demolition-specific flat fee was found published (unlike some peer Colorado jurisdictions with a tiered flat demolition fee); billed under the same Valuation Chart as other permits. City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page |
Fence / Retaining Wall Permit
VerifiedRequired for all fences (only minor picket repair is exempt) and for retaining walls 4 feet or more from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall in Northglenn.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- ALL fences require a permit in Northglenn — only 'Minor fence picket repair' is exempt, per the City's 'Do I Need a Permit?' page (a stricter rule than jurisdictions that exempt fences under a height threshold)
- Retaining walls 4 feet or more from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall require a permit
- All contractors must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredFence/Wall Permit Application (CommunityCore)Applied for via CommunityCore
- RequiredSite PlanShowing fence/wall location relative to property lines
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permit fee — valuation-based (general Valuation Chart) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per valuation tiers | No fence/wall-specific flat fee was found published; billed under the general Valuation Chart |
EV Charger Permit
VerifiedThe City of Northglenn's Building Division lists "EV Chargers" as its own distinct category among the "One-Stop Permits Available Through Community Core" — the same same-visit, no-plan-review track used for water heaters, furnaces, and electrical service upgrades. It is listed separately from the "Electrical Only" one-stop category, but the City does not publish a separate EV-specific dollar fee; the Building Division's published fee schedule breaks out Residential Electrical Permit fees by enclosed living area rather than by equipment type, and EV charger installations are billed on that same area-based Electrical Permit table.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Apply via CommunityCore under the "EV Chargers" One-Stop Permit category — no plan upload or extended plan-review track required
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted and locally amended by the City of Northglenn
- All contractors — including electrical contractors — must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license in addition to any Colorado state electrical licensure
- Dedicated branch circuit and NEC Article 625 (Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System) compliance
Required documents
- RequiredOne-Stop Permit Application (CommunityCore)Applied for via CommunityCore under the "EV Chargers" One-Stop Permit category; no plan upload required
- RequiredCity of Northglenn Contractor LicenseRequired for the performing electrical contractor, in addition to any Colorado state licensure
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Electrical Permit — not more than 1,000 sq ft enclosed living area | $115 | No EV-specific fee is separately published; City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page area-based Residential Electrical Permit table is the fee mechanism the EV Chargers one-stop category is billed under |
| Residential Electrical Permit — over 1,000 to 1,500 sq ft | $172.50 | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Electrical permit fees table, residential row for over 1,000 and not more than 1,500 sq. ft. |
| Residential Electrical Permit — over 1,500 to 2,000 sq ft | $230 | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Electrical permit fees table, residential row for over 1,500 and not more than 2,000 sq. ft. |
| Reinspection Fee | $75/hour | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Other Inspections and Fees — $75.00 per hour. Show full citationHideCity of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Other Inspections and Fees — $75.00 per hour. That row belongs to the general building schedule; the electrical article at Municipal Code Sec. 10-3 sets its own “Re-inspection fee for all of the above” at $57.50 flat. Sec. 10-2 carries two conflict rules that point different ways here — “the specific requirement shall be applicable” favours the $57.50 electrical row, while “the more restrictive of the two shall govern” favours the hourly charge on any job over an hour. Confirm with the Building Division which applies to an electrical re-inspection. |
Commercial Building Permit (New Commercial Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new commercial construction in Northglenn. The City's Building Division (operated under contract by SAFEbuilt) publishes a dedicated 'New Commercial Plan Submittal Procedure' checklist, distinct from and more extensive than the residential submittal list — full stamped architectural/structural/electrical/mechanical/plumbing/fire-protection plan sets, a soils report, and a special-inspections list are required. Routed through CommunityCore's 'Plan Review Permit' track and reviewed under the 2021 IBC as locally amended.
Verified 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit application must state project description, square footage, total project valuation, electrical valuation, type of construction, and occupancy group
- All architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical/plumbing, and (if part of the design) fire protection plans must bear the original seal of a Colorado-licensed architect or engineer, per C.R.S. 12-4-112, unless specifically exempted; electronic stamps are accepted
- Architectural plans must include: floor plan, wall section details, building section, fire-resistive construction details, means of egress including the path to the exit discharge, and a code summary
- Electrical plans must include load calculations, one-line diagrams, and fault current analysis
- A soils report (stamped by a Colorado-licensed soils engineer) and structural calculations (stamped by a Colorado-licensed structural engineer) must be submitted electronically
- A list of special inspections required by the Building Code, and detailed drawings for fire-rated floor/ceiling, roof/ceiling, and wall assemblies, must be submitted
- The cover sheet must include a building code summary and stated assumptions for occupancy, construction type, total allowable building area, exiting/occupant load, wind speed design, snow load, and frost depth
- Documentation showing compliance with the 2021 IECC (Energy Code) is required
- All commercial flat roofs require a plan review (submittal requires installation instructions for the roofing system, fire classification, insulation R-value above/below deck, wind classification, and building height) — this is a distinct, stricter track than the same-visit Quick Permit that applies to standalone residential reroofing
- Restaurants and commercial kitchens carry additional plan-submittal requirements: a grease interceptor for grease-producing operations; an approved fire sprinkler system for restaurants over 5,000 SF; Type I hoods where cooking produces grease/smoke, Type II hoods for heat/steam-only equipment; two remote exits (not through the kitchen/storage) for an occupant load of 50 or more, with panic hardware; a seating plan for indoor/outdoor dining; and Adams County Health Department approval as a Certificate of Occupancy prerequisite
- North Metro Fire Rescue District plan review applies; Adams County Health Department review applies to commercial projects involving food preparation or child care
- All contractors (general, electrical, mechanical, plumbing) must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license and be listed on the permit before issuance
- Although not required, SAFEbuilt advises a pre-submittal meeting with SAFEbuilt and the fire protection district, with a building code summary and question list submitted to SAFEbuilt beforehand
- The approved, emailed plan set must be printed as one full-size color copy and kept on the job site throughout construction, including through final inspections
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (CommunityCore)States project description, square footage, total project valuation, electrical valuation, construction type, and occupancy group
- RequiredSite PlanScaled site plan including all exterior improvements, grading, sidewalks, parking, and mechanical equipment
- RequiredArchitectural PlansStamped by a Colorado-licensed architect or engineer; must include floor plan, wall section details, building section, fire-resistive construction details, means of egress, and code summary
- RequiredProject SpecificationsStamped by a Colorado-licensed architect or engineer
- RequiredStructural PlansStamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer
- RequiredElectrical PlansStamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer; must include load calculations, one-line diagrams, and fault current analysis
- RequiredMechanical/Plumbing PlansStamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer
- OptionalFire Protection PlansStamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer, if a fire protection system is part of the design
- RequiredSoils ReportStamped by a Colorado-licensed soils engineer
- RequiredStructural CalculationsStamped by a Colorado-licensed structural engineer
- RequiredList of Special Inspections / Detailed Fire-Rated Assembly DrawingsList of special inspections required by the Building Code, plus detailed drawings for fire-rated floor/ceiling, roof/ceiling, and wall assemblies
- Required2021 IECC Energy Code Compliance DocumentationDocumentation showing compliance with the adopted 2021 International Energy Conservation Code
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (general Valuation Chart, same schedule used for all Northglenn permit types) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers up to $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 per additional $1,000 | No separate commercial-specific fee table is published; commercial projects are billed under the same Valuation Chart as residential. City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | The Fees & Taxes page explicitly states the plan check fee 'is collected on commercial jobs (both new and tenant finish)' — confirming plan review fee collection is standard practice for this permit type, unlike some residential projects where it is collected only in some cases |
| Use Tax | Total valuation x 50% (assumed materials share) x 4% assessed rate | Collected at permit issuance, same formula as all other Northglenn building permits |
| Reinspection Fee | $75/hour | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Other Inspections and Fees list, reinspection item |
| Additional Plan Review (changes/revisions to plans) | $100/hour, one-hour minimum | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Other Inspections and Fees list, additional plan review item |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for tenant finish-out and remodels of existing commercial space in Northglenn. The City's Building Division (via SAFEbuilt) publishes a dedicated 'Commercial Tenant Finish/Remodel Plan Submittal Procedure' checklist — genuinely lighter than the New Commercial checklist (no site plan or soils report required) — that covers both tenant finish and commercial remodel scope in one combined process. CommunityCore's Pull a Permit page lists 'Tenant Finish'/'Tenant Finishes' and 'Commercial Remodels' as separate line items under its 'Plan Review Permit' category, but the underlying SAFEbuilt submittal document treats them as one procedure.
Verified 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit application must state project description, square footage, total project valuation, electrical valuation, use of surrounding spaces, type of construction, and occupancy group
- Architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical/plumbing plans must each bear the original seal of a Colorado-licensed architect or engineer per C.R.S. 12-4-112, unless specifically exempted; electronic stamps are accepted
- Architectural plans are required and must include floor plan, wall section details, building section, fire-rating details, and code summary
- Structural plans are required only for structural changes: removal of bearing walls, openings in bearing walls, floor systems for storage, etc.
- Electrical plans are required for adding circuits, service upgrades, or emergency lighting, and must include load calculations, one-line diagrams, and fault current analysis
- Mechanical plans are required for any HVAC changes: change of equipment, relocation and/or replacement of ductwork or refrigeration piping
- Plumbing plans are required for any changes to sewers, drains, vents, water piping, roof drains, or gas piping within the building
- Documentation showing compliance with the 2021 IECC (Energy Code) is required
- Tenant finish-outs that are restaurants or commercial kitchens carry the same additional requirements as new commercial construction: grease interceptor, sprinklers over 5,000 SF, Type I/II hoods, occupant-load-50+ egress rules, health department approval, and a seating plan
- 'Tenant Finish' is a CommunityCore 'Plan Review Permit' category — documents must be uploaded to the portal's Documents tab before application submittal, unlike the same-visit Quick Permit track used for most standalone trade work
- All contractors must hold a current City of Northglenn contractor license and be listed on the permit before issuance
- The Fees & Taxes page explicitly confirms the plan check fee 'is collected on commercial jobs (both new and tenant finish)'
- Although not required, SAFEbuilt advises a pre-submittal meeting with SAFEbuilt and the fire protection district before formally applying
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (CommunityCore)States project description, square footage, total project valuation, electrical valuation, use of surrounding spaces, construction type, and occupancy group
- RequiredArchitectural PlansStamped by a Colorado-licensed architect or engineer; must include floor plan, wall section details, building section, fire-rating details, and code summary
- OptionalStructural PlansStamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer; required only if the scope includes structural changes such as bearing-wall removal/openings or storage floor systems
- OptionalElectrical PlansStamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer; required for added circuits, service upgrades, or emergency lighting, with load calculations, one-line diagrams, and fault current analysis
- OptionalMechanical/Plumbing PlansStamped by a Colorado-licensed engineer; required for HVAC equipment/ductwork/refrigeration-piping changes or plumbing changes
- Required2021 IECC Energy Code Compliance DocumentationDocumentation showing compliance with the adopted 2021 International Energy Conservation Code
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (general Valuation Chart, same schedule used for all Northglenn permit types) | $23.50 minimum, scaling per the valuation tiers | No separate tenant-finish-specific fee table is published; billed under the same Valuation Chart as new commercial construction and residential work. City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Fees & Taxes page explicitly states the plan check fee is collected on commercial jobs, both new and tenant finish |
| Use Tax | Total valuation x 50% (assumed materials share) x 4% assessed rate | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Use tax section; the 4% rate is stated in the worked fee example on the same page |
| Reinspection Fee | $75/hour | City of Northglenn Fees & Taxes page, Other Inspections and Fees list, reinspection item |
Sign Permit
VerifiedCity of Northglenn Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), Chapter 11, Section 11-4-10 (Signs) requires a permit before any sign is erected, mounted, displayed, remodeled, reconstructed, maintained, or moved within the City, except as expressly exempted. Applications go to the Building Department; the Director must approve or deny a complete application within seven days, per Section 11-4-10(d)(2)(C).
Verified 2026-08-14 · Source
Requirements
- No sign shall be erected, mounted, displayed, remodeled, reconstructed, maintained, or moved without first securing a permit from the City, per Sec. 11-4-10(d)(1)
- Application obtained from and submitted to the Building Department, per Sec. 11-4-10(d)(2)(A)
- Sign permit fees are based on the building permit fees in the International Building Code in place at the time of application; sign valuation is determined using the Colorado State Tax Commission Manual in effect at application time, per Sec. 11-4-10(d)(2)(B)
- All electrical work on a sign must be performed by a Colorado-licensed electrician under a separate valid City electrical permit — no electrical work may be performed without one, per Sec. 11-4-10(b)(3)
- Certain small/unobtrusive signs are exempt from a permit (e.g., building directory signs up to 15 sq ft, certain directional signs, flags meeting specified limits, small balloon groupings) but remain subject to all other applicable code provisions
- A denied applicant is contacted within three days to explain the reason; if no agreement is reached, a written notice of denial is prepared within 10 days of the decision, describing appeal rights
- Denials may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment per Sec. 11-6-7(d)
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit ApplicationObtained from and submitted to the City of Northglenn Building Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Permit Fee (IBC valuation-based) | Based on the International Building Code building-permit fee table in effect at time of application, applied to the sign's valuation as determined by the Colorado State Tax Commission Manual | Per UDO Sec. 11-4-10(d)(2)(B). No flat standalone dollar figure is published for signs specifically — contact the Building Department (303.450.8745) for a current fee quote on a specific sign's valuation. |
Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedFire protection and fire-code plan review for Northglenn is provided by the North Metro Fire Rescue District (NMFRD, 101 Spader Way, Broomfield, CO 80020; 720-887-8217), a special district separate from City government. Fire protection systems (including sprinkler and alarm systems) are one of NMFRD's listed 'Types of Plans Requiring Review.' Permit and plan review fees are valuation-based, per NMF Resolution NM25-006's Inspection-Related Fees table, and are in most cases based on the subcontractor's valuation of the work to be performed.
Verified 2026-08-14 · Source
Requirements
- Plans submitted electronically in PDF format only (no paper/hard copies accepted) via NMFRD's Application for Plan Review
- All submitted drawings and engineering reports/letters must be sealed, signed, and dated by a Colorado-licensed Professional Engineer or Architect in responsible charge, per 4 CCR 730-1
- Plans are reviewed on a first-in, first-out basis; NMFRD explicitly does not commit to a fixed turnaround, stating it depends largely on construction volume in the district at the time of submittal
- Permit and plan review fees are collected after plans are approved and prior to permit release; fees are based on the total valuation of the work per NMF Resolution NM25-006
- If plans are disapproved, NMFRD charges the plan review fee for the corrected submittal plus $130.00 per hour for staff time spent reviewing/processing the disapproved submittal
- All fees must be paid prior to permit issuance and prior to any relevant inspections; a Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Completion will not receive final fire-district approval until all due fees are paid
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Plan ReviewSubmitted electronically (PDF only) to North Metro Fire Rescue District's Fire Prevention Division
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permit Fee + Plan Review Fee (valuation-based, 'Total Fees Due') | Example anchor points per NMF Resolution NM25-006's Inspection-Related Fees table: $1.00-$500 valuation = $100.82 total; $10,000.01-$11,000 valuation = $837.62 total; $100,000.01-$101,000 valuation = $4,287.21 total (fee scales continuously with total labor-and-materials valuation) | North Metro Fire Rescue District, 'Inspection-Related Fees Associated with Construction Permits' (NMF Resolution NM25-006). Show full citationHideNorth Metro Fire Rescue District, 'Inspection-Related Fees Associated with Construction Permits' (NMF Resolution NM25-006). This general construction-permit valuation table applies to fire protection system (sprinkler/alarm) permits per NMFRD's own statement that fees are 'in most cases based on the subcontractor's valuation of the work to be performed under the permit.' |
| Disapproved Plan Re-Review Fee | $130.00 per hour | Charged for staff time spent reviewing/processing a disapproved submittal, in addition to the plan review fee for the corrected documents, per NMFRD's Permits/Inspections page |
Change of Use Permit
VerifiedCity of Northglenn UDO Section 11-6-5(d) establishes a dedicated Change of Use Permit procedure, required before occupying vacant land, occupying a vacant building, changing the use of a property or building, and/or changing occupancy of a property or building. The Director reviews the application against defined approval criteria (Comprehensive Plan consistency, use-specific standards, impact mitigation, and prior-approval compliance) and approves, approves with conditions, or denies the permit. For any change requiring a building permit, a change of use permit must be issued before a certificate of occupancy (or temporary certificate of occupancy) is issued.
Verified 2026-08-14 · Source
Requirements
- Required before: occupying vacant land; occupying a vacant building; changing the use of a property or building; and/or changing occupancy of a property or building, per UDO Sec. 11-6-5(d)(2)
- Optional pre-application meeting available at the applicant's discretion, per Sec. 11-6-3(b)
- Complete application submitted to the Director per Sec. 11-6-3(c); the Director determines completeness within five business days of submittal (general common-review-procedure standard, Sec. 11-6-3(c)(5))
- An incomplete application not resubmitted within 60 days is considered abandoned
- Director's approval criteria: consistency with the Comprehensive Plan; compliance with use-specific and other applicable UDO standards; adequate mitigation of access/traffic/emergency-services/utilities/parking/refuse/noise/glare/odor impacts; and compliance with conditions of any prior development approvals
- A change of use permit must be issued prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy or temporary certificate of occupancy, for any change requiring a building permit
- Permit may be revoked if the use becomes inconsistent with the authorized use; permit holder gets 30 days' written notice to come into compliance before revocation
- Denial, revocation, or suspension may be appealed to the Planning Commission per Sec. 11-6-7(d)
Required documents
- RequiredChange of Use Permit ApplicationSubmitted to the Director (Planning and Development Department); required information specified in the City's Administrative Manual
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Change of Use Permit Application Fee | The UDO requires a complete application to be 'accompanied by the applicable fee' (Sec. 11-6-3(c)(5)(A)) but does not itself publish the dollar figure. Contact the Building Division (303.450.8745 / building@northglenn.org) for the current fee. |
Sources & verification
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