Boulder building inspections

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: Change of Occupancy / Change of Use Permit

1. 1

   Field Inspection

   Verifies the space complies with minimum code requirements for the newly approved use, required even where no new construction work was performed

2. 2

   Final / Certificate of Occupancy Issuance

   New Certificate of Occupancy issued once the change of use/occupancy is approved and any required work is complete

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: Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm System Permit

1. 1

   Rough-In

   Sprinkler piping or fire alarm wiring inspected before concealment

2. 2

   Final / Acceptance Test

   System tested and verified per the adopted 2024 IFC and applicable NFPA standards before approval

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

Final inspection only: EV Charger / EVSE Permit, Roofing Permit (Reroof), Sign Permit