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

Verified 2026-06-30 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address
1101 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302
Phone
303-441-1880
Office hours
Tuesday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

  1. 1

    Foundation / Footings

    Before concrete pour, per soils report and structural plans; footings must clear the 32-inch frost line

  2. 2

    Framing

    After framing complete, before insulation or wall cover

  3. 3

    MEP Rough-In

    Mechanical, electrical, plumbing rough-in before walls closed (separate trade permits)

  4. 4

    Insulation / Energy

    CoBECC energy compliance verification before drywall

  5. 5

    Final

    All work complete, ready for Certificate of Occupancy

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

  1. 1

    Foundation

    Footings and foundation before concrete pour

  2. 2

    Framing

    Structural framing, egress, fire separation (if attached)

  3. 3

    MEP Rough-In

    Mechanical, electrical, plumbing rough-ins before walls closed

  4. 4

    Final

    All work complete; Certificate of Occupancy required before occupancy

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit

  1. 1

    Foundation (if new footings)

    Before concrete pour

  2. 2

    Framing

    After framing complete, before insulation or wall cover

  3. 3

    MEP Rough-In

    Electrical, plumbing, mechanical rough-in before walls closed

  4. 4

    Final

    All work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit

  1. 1

    Framing / Structural

    After framing complete, before walls covered

  2. 2

    MEP Rough-In

    Mechanical, electrical, plumbing rough-in before walls closed

  3. 3

    Final

    All work complete, life safety systems functional, ready for Certificate of Occupancy

Applies to: Deck / Covered Patio Permit

  1. 1

    Footing (if applicable)

    Before concrete pour for structural post footings — must clear the 32-inch frost line

  2. 2

    Framing

    Structural framing before decking/cover installed

  3. 3

    Final

    Structure complete per approved plans

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

  1. 1

    Underground / Under-slab

    Before concrete pour — pipe slope, materials, cleanouts

  2. 2

    Rough-In

    After pipes installed, before walls closed

  3. 3

    Final

    All fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified

Applies to: Demolition Permit

  1. 1

    Pre-Demolition Utility Verification

    Verification that electric, gas, water are disconnected and sewer capped before demolition begins

  2. 2

    Final

    Site cleared, debris removed, deconstruction plan diversion documented

Applies to: Electrical Permit

  1. 1

    Rough-In

    Wiring and conduit installed before walls closed

  2. 2

    Final

    All devices installed, panel labeled, system energized

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

  1. 1

    Rough-In / Equipment

    Equipment installation and ductwork before walls closed

  2. 2

    Final

    Equipment operational, combustion air and venting verified

Applies to: Solar PV Permit

  1. 1

    Rough Electrical

    Conduit runs, wire sizing, disconnect placement before cover

  2. 2

    Final — Structural / Racking and Electrical

    Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof penetration sealing, and all electrical connections verified

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