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Broomfield building inspections

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

Verified 2026-07-23 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address
George Di Ciero City & County Building, One DesCombes Drive, Broomfield, CO 80020
Phone
303-438-6370
Office hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except holidays; payments accepted 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Over-the-counter Plans Analyst consultations available Tuesdays 9am-Noon and Thursdays 1-4pm. Chief Building Official: Tim Pate, tpate@broomfield.org. Permits cannot be submitted through the Online Portal — all permit application documents, revisions, and affidavits must be emailed to buildingpermits@broomfield.org.

Published scheduling rules

  • Re-inspection/late-cancellation fee is a flat $150, triggered either by a disapproved inspection with penalty or by canceling a scheduled inspection after 8:30 a.m. on the day of the inspection. (General)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family House)

  1. 1

    Foundation/Footing

    Before concrete pour

  2. 2

    Framing

    Structural framing complete before insulation/drywall

  3. 3

    Rough Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing

    Rough-in of all trades before walls closed

  4. 4

    Final

    All work complete, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms verified, prior to Certificate of Occupancy

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

  1. 1

    Foundation/Framing (detached ADU) or Framing (attached/internal)

    Structural inspection appropriate to ADU type before concealment

  2. 2

    Final

    Completed ADU verified against approved plans and ADU Checklist, prior to occupancy

Applies to: Electrical Permit

  1. 1

    Rough-In

    Wiring and box placement before walls are closed

  2. 2

    Final

    Devices installed and panel verified per the 2023 NEC

Applies to: EV Charging Station Permit

  1. 1

    Underground Inspection

    May be required depending on installation scope (e.g., trenching for conduit to a detached charging location)

  2. 2

    Final Inspection

    Always required — verifies completed EVSE installation, circuit, and grounding

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

  1. 1

    Rough-In

    Ductwork and gas piping installed and pressure-tested before concealment

  2. 2

    Final

    Equipment operational, smoke/carbon monoxide alarms verified for furnace/A/C installs

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

  1. 1

    Underground/Rough-In

    Before concealment — pipe slope, materials, and cleanouts verified

  2. 2

    Final

    Fixtures connected, water heater venting and combustion air verified, no leaks

Applies to: Re-Roofing Permit

  1. 1

    Mid-Roof

    Called when the roof is 25%-50% complete, before shingles fully cover underlayment/flashing

  2. 2

    Final

    Roofing complete per approved application

Applies to: Residential Addition / Basement Finish / Remodel Permit

  1. 1

    Framing/Rough-In

    Structural framing and mechanical/electrical/plumbing rough-in before walls closed

  2. 2

    Final

    All work complete per approved plans

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-23.

Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Broomfield building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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