Colorado Springs building inspections

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

1. 1

   Foundation

   Footings and foundation before concrete pour — 30-inch minimum frost depth

2. 2

   Framing

   Structural framing, egress windows, fire separation (if attached)

3. 3

   MEP Rough-In

   Mechanical, electrical, plumbing rough-ins before walls closed

4. 4

   Final

   All work complete, ready for Certificate of Occupancy

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit

1. 1

   Foundation (if new footings)

   Before concrete pour — 30-inch minimum frost depth

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: Change of Occupancy / Change of Use Permit

1. 1

   Framing / Structural (if modified)

   Required only where the change of occupancy involves modified framing or structural work

2. 2

   MEP Rough-In (if modified)

   Mechanical, electrical, plumbing rough-in where the new occupancy requires added or altered systems

3. 3

   Final / Certificate of Occupancy

   All work and code-compliance items complete for the new occupancy classification

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 / Certificate of Occupancy

   All work complete, life safety systems functional

Applies to: Deck / Covered Patio Permit

1. 1

   Footing

   Before concrete pour for structural post footings — 30-inch minimum frost depth

2. 2

   Framing

   Structural framing before decking/cover installed

3. 3

   Final

   Structure complete per approved plans; composite material evaluation report on-site if applicable

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 (Wrecking Permit)

1. 1

   Pre-Demolition Utility & Asbestos Verification

   Verification of gas/electric disconnection and CDPHE asbestos clearance before demolition begins

2. 2

   Final

   Site cleared, debris removed

Applies to: Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / EVSE Permit

1. 1

   Rough Electrical

   Conduit runs, wire sizing, disconnect placement before cover

2. 2

   Final

   EVSE circuit and connection verified, panel labeled, system energized

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/conduit verified before concealment

2. 2

   Acceptance Test / Final

   System pre-tested by the installing contractor, then witnessed by CSFD; sprinkler contractors are allowed three inspections per permit before a Trip Fee applies to additional visits

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: Roofing Permit (Reroof)

1. 1

   Mid-Roof (Tile only)

   Roof dry-in inspection required for tile roofs (BTR) — after underlayment, batten strips, and support flashing are in place, before tile is stocked or installed. NOT required for typical asphalt or Direct-to-Deck metal shingle roofs.

2. 2

   Final

   Completed roof — verify flashing, drip edge, underlayment, and Class A/B covering compliance

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: Sign Permit