Centennial building inspections

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Inspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Centennial, Colorado.

Verified 2026-07-03 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: Centennial Civic Center, 13133 E. Arapahoe Rd., Centennial, CO 80112
Phone: 303-754-3321
Email: buildingdivision@centennialco.gov
Office hours: Monday - Tuesday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Workstations are available at the Building Division office for online portal use. 24-Hour Citizen Response Center: 303-325-8000.
Website: Official site

Published scheduling rules

SMFR will not perform an inspection that activates fire alarm notification devices in an occupied building during a routine visit — budget for a separate After-Hours Inspection request (2 business days advance notice, additional fee) if your scope requires live activation testing. (Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Permit)
Construction inspections are scheduled via the Accela Permit Portal; requests received by 4:00 p.m. are conducted the next business day unless a later date (up to 5 business days out) is requested (Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Permit)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Commercial Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Footing/Foundation
Foundation work verified before concrete pour; a Foundation Compliance Form is published among the City's Commercial Guides and Checklists
2
Special Inspections (IBC Chapter 17)
Provisions for required special inspections must be identified in the structural submittal per the City's Commercial Plans Checklist; conducted by the owner's special inspection agency during construction
3
Rough Trades (framing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing)
Rough inspections of structural framing and MEP systems before concealment; scheduled online via the City's inspection portal. The City does not publish a fixed enumerated commercial inspection sequence — the exact card is set at permit issuance
4
Final / Certificate of Occupancy
All inspections passed, Building Division notified by email, then CO (or 30-day TCO, $800) requested via the Commercial CO/TCO Request Application; Use Tax reconciliation due within 90 days of CO or final inspection

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Foundation/Footing
Before concrete pour — verify forms, rebar, and foundation depth
2
Framing
Structural framing per approved plans and 2021 IRC
3
Drywall/Screw (fire-resistive and structural walls only)
Required for fire-resistive construction and structural walls; non-structural drywall does not require this inspection
4
Final
All work complete; required before Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is issued

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

1
Underground/Slab
Before concrete pour — verify pipe slope, materials, and cleanouts
2
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed
3
Final
All fixtures connected, no leaks, cleanouts accessible

Applies to: Residential Alteration / Addition / Remodel Permit

1
Footing/Foundation
Required before concrete pour for deck posts, garage foundations, or addition footings
2
Framing
Structural framing and connections to the existing structure
3
Final
All work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

1
Foundation/Framing/Rough-In
Standard building-permit inspection sequence applicable to the ADU's construction type (attached addition, detached structure, or interior conversion)
2
Final
Final inspection prior to Certificate of Occupancy; separate address must already be assigned

Applies to: Change of Use / Change of Occupancy

1
SMFR Change of Use Fire Inspection
Verifies the new use/occupancy against current fire code requirements; billed as South Metro Fire Rescue's separate Change of Use inspection fee
2
Building Final (only if occupancy classification changes AND construction was involved)
Confirms the space meets applicable building/egress requirements for the new occupancy classification, via the Commercial Alterations or Commercial Tenant Improvement permit track

Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit

1
Rough Trades (framing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing)
Rough inspections of partition framing and changed MEP systems before concealment, including fire/smoke damper installations at rated-assembly penetrations; scheduled online via the City's inspection portal. The City does not publish a fixed enumerated TI inspection sequence — the exact card is set at permit issuance
2
Final / Certificate of Occupancy
All inspections passed, Building Division notified by email, then CO (or 30-day TCO, $800) requested via the Commercial CO/TCO Request Application; South Metro Fire Rescue final approval runs on its own permit

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1
Rough-In
Wiring and box placement before walls are closed (not required for One-Stop electric service change permits)
2
Final
Devices installed, panel labeled, protections verified per 2023 NEC

Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit

1
Rough-In
New circuit wiring, box placement, and panel connections before walls are closed, if applicable
2
Final
Charger unit installed, devices connected, panel labeled per the 2023 NEC as adopted

Applies to: Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Permit

1
Rough-In / System Inspection
Piping, heads, wiring, and panel installed before concealment; scheduled via the Accela Permit Portal; requests received by 4:00 p.m. are conducted the next business day
2
Final / Acceptance
System tested per the applicable NFPA standard; approved plans and the issued permit must be on-site or the inspection will not be performed

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

1
Rough-In
Ductwork and mechanical equipment rough-in before walls closed; gas piping pressure test before concealment (not required for One-Stop like-for-like replacements)
2
Final
Equipment operational; combustion air and clearances verified

Applies to: Re-Roofing Permit

1
Mid-Roof
Required for ALL reroofing permits (residential and commercial) before the roof covering fully conceals the underlayment/flashing; may be satisfied by in-person inspection, photo submission with waiver form, or a stamped engineer's letter if missed
2
Final
Completed roof verified against approved plans and manufacturer installation instructions

Final inspection only: Demolition Permit, Fence Permit, Sign Permit, Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

Re-inspection fees

Residential Building Permit (New Construction)Other Inspections and Fees (outside normal hours, re-inspection, unlisted inspection, additional plan review) · City of Centennial Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF)

$125.00/hour (after-hours, 2-hour minimum); $55.00/hour (re-inspection, unlisted inspection, or additional plan review, minimum charge one half hour); or total hourly City cost if greater

Commercial Building Permit (New Construction)Other Inspections and Fees · City of Centennial Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF)

$125.00/hour after-hours (2-hour minimum); $55.00/hour re-inspection or unlisted inspection (half-hour minimum); outside plan-check/inspection consultants at actual cost

Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm PermitRe-Inspection Fee / Release of Stop Work Order · South Metro Fire Rescue Systems and Other Fees, Other Fees and Penalties table, page 2 (page dated January 1, 2025); inspection column only, no plan check component

$284.63

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.

City of Centennial Building Division (Community Development Department) — official building department

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