Residential Addition / Basement Finish / Remodel Permit in Broomfield, Colorado
VerifiedRequired for additions, basement finishes, and remodels affecting structural or life-safety elements of one- and two-family dwellings in Broomfield. Reviewed against the 2024 IRC as adopted by Ordinance No. 2295. Applications submitted by email.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
When you need this permit
- Building permit required for additions, basement finishes/remodels, and structural repairs
- Additions and basement finish/remodel projects require a Basement Finish/Home Remodel Questionnaire, Plans, a Site Plan (for additions), and an Engineer Stamped Report (for additions, or for interior structural remodels)
- Structural repairs require Plans and an Engineer Stamped Report
- General Permit Application and a Homeowner Statement (if the homeowner is performing any part of the work) required for all submittals
- All permit application documents must be emailed to buildingpermits@broomfield.org — not submitted via the Online Portal
Required documents
- Required
General Permit Application
Standard Broomfield permit application form (rev. April 2024)
- Required
Basement Finish / Home Remodel Questionnaire
Required supporting document for basement finish and remodel projects
- Optional
Homeowner Statement
Required if the homeowner is performing any part of the work themselves
- Optional
Engineer Stamped Report
Required for additions and for interior structural remodels
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (same schedule as new construction) | $23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the published fee table up to $293.25 at $17,000-$18,000; BMC 15-03-100 Table 1-A governs above $18,000 | City and County of Broomfield Building Division Fee Schedule |
| Use Tax on building materials | 4.15% of 50% of total project valuation | City and County of Broomfield Fees page |
Review timeline
7–35 business days
Broomfield’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Framing/Rough-In
Structural framing and mechanical/electrical/plumbing rough-in before walls closed
- 2
Final
All work complete per approved plans
Tips
- Review Timelines page lists 'Basement Finish & Remodel' at 1 to 2 weeks and 'Residential Addition' at 4 to 5 weeks — the combined range for this permit type spans both.
- Site plans should show lot dimensions and all existing/proposed structures; floor plans should show room use, framing, and dimensions.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need an engineer-stamped report for a basement finish in Broomfield?
- Yes, if the remodel involves interior structural work — the Building Division's submittal checklist requires an Engineer Stamped Report for interior structural remodels, in addition to the Basement Finish/Home Remodel Questionnaire and plans.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
- City and County of Broomfield Building Division (Community Development Department) — official building department
- Homeowner Permits and Building Guides | City and County of Broomfield
- FAQs - Community Development - Building | City and County of Broomfield
- Review Timelines | City and County of Broomfield
- Fees | City and County of Broomfield
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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