Golden building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Golden, Colorado.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 911 10th Street, Golden, CO 80401 (Building Department); Planning Department at 1445 10th Street, Golden, CO 80401
- Phone
- (303) 384-8151
- Office hours
- Monday-Friday, general City Hall hours (main line (303) 384-8000); Building Department direct line (303) 384-8151
- Website
- Official site
Published scheduling rules
- Applications, contractor licensing, and inspection requests are submitted via the City's Accela-based Online Permitting Portal (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
- Inspection requests require BOTH an online portal request AND a separate email to fireinspections@cityofgolden.net, at least 2 business days ahead — a portal request alone may not be sufficient. (Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Permit)
- Inspections must be requested via the online permitting portal AND an email to fireinspections@cityofgolden.net at least 2 business days in advance (Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Permit)
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Commercial Building Permit
- 1
Footing / Caisson
Before concrete pour
- 2
Concrete Reinforcing
Reinforcing steel in place before pour
- 3
Foundation and Damp Proofing
Before backfilling
- 4
Rough Plumbing / Gas Pipe
Drain-waste-vent, water piping, and fuel-gas piping before concealment
- 5
Rough Heating / Rough Electrical
Ductwork, flues, refrigeration lines, panels, and wiring before concealment
- 6
Rough Frame
Structural framing complete before cover
- 7
Insulation
Insulation installed per 2024 IECC before drywall
- 8
Drywall
Drywall attachment before taping/finishing
- 9
Fire system acceptance tests (GFD)
Sprinkler rough/hydro and fire alarm 100% pretest with NFPA 72 Record of Completion, witnessed by the Golden Fire Department under the separate fire permits; request via the portal at least 2 business days in advance; stamped plans must be on-site
- 10
Final Inspections (Building, Plumbing, Heating, Electrical)
All trades complete per approved plans; Knox Box installed prior to final where required
Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement (Interior Commercial Alteration) Permit
- 1
Rough Plumbing / Gas Pipe
New or relocated plumbing and fuel-gas piping before concealment
- 2
Rough Heating / Rough Electrical
Ductwork and wiring modifications before concealment
- 3
Rough Frame
New interior partitions and structural modifications before cover
- 4
Insulation
Where wall/ceiling assemblies are modified, per the 2024 IECC
- 5
Drywall
Attachment inspection before taping/finishing
- 6
Fire system acceptance tests (GFD, if applicable)
Sprinkler modifications (rough/hydro) and fire alarm 100% pretest with NFPA 72 Record of Completion; kitchen hood test (manual pull, fusible link, fuel/make-up-air shutdown, Class K extinguisher placement); request via portal 2+ business days ahead with stamped plans on-site
- 7
Final Inspections (Building, Plumbing, Heating, Electrical)
All work complete per approved plans before occupancy of the altered space
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
- 1
Foundation / Footing or Caisson
Before concrete pour
- 2
Foundation and Damp Proofing
Before backfilling — defects grouted and damp-proofing applied below backfill line
- 3
Rough Frame
Interior partitions, framing, sub-flooring, and stairs completed before cover
- 4
Rough Plumbing / Rough Electrical / Rough Heating
Rough-in of plumbing (drain/waste/vent, water piping), electrical (panel and wiring), and heating (ductwork, flues, hot water, refrigeration lines) before concealment; may be combined into a Combination Inspection
- 5
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable codes
Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
- 1
Foundation
Before concrete pour, 36-inch minimum frost depth
- 2
Rough Frame
Framing complete, fire sprinkler rough-in verified for new detached ADUs
- 3
Rough Plumbing / Electrical / Heating
Trade rough-ins before concealment
- 4
Final Inspection
All work complete, occupancy limit and utility-connection compliance confirmed
Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
- 1
Foundation (if new footings)
Before concrete pour, per 36-inch minimum frost depth
- 2
Rough Frame
Framing, sub-flooring, stairs complete before cover
- 3
Rough Plumbing / Electrical / Heating
Trade rough-ins before concealment
- 4
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans
Applies to: Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Requested once wiring is installed and the main panel is completed, before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
All devices installed, panel labeled, system energized and verified
Applies to: EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Requested once wiring is installed and any new panel/circuit work is completed, before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
New circuit, breaker sizing, and disconnect (if required) verified before the charger is energized
Applies to: Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Permit
- 1
Rough-In / Hydrostatic Inspection
All fire suppression projects require rough/hydrostatic inspections with all sprinkler piping visible for inspection
- 2
Final Inspection
Requires completed back-flow certifications, underground/aboveground/standpipe test certificates, and IFC 901.2.1 statements of compliance, uploaded to Accela
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Rough Heating
Requested once all ductwork, flues, heating, hot water, and refrigeration lines are installed but not yet covered or concealed
- 2
Final Inspection
Equipment operational; combustion air and venting verified
Applies to: Plumbing Permit
- 1
Rough Plumbing
Requested after plumbing pipes are installed; underground plumbing, drains, vents, and water piping may be inspected together or separately
- 2
Final Inspection
Fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified
Applies to: Roofing Permit (Reroof)
- 1
Mid-Roof
Required when 25%-65% of new roof covering has been installed; secured ladder extended 3+ feet above roofline required for inspector access
- 2
Final Inspection
Completed roof — flashing, ice barrier, ventilation, and fire-rating compliance verified
Applies to: Solar PV Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before cover, per standard electrical permit inspection sequence
- 2
Final Inspection
Racking, roof penetrations, and electrical connections verified
Final inspection only: Change of Use / Change of Occupancy, Demolition Permit, Fence / Retaining Wall Permit
Re-inspection fees
Construction Permit / Operational Permit Fee · Fees apply to plan review (which includes initial inspections/witness testing); Show full citationHide
Construction Permit / Operational Permit Fee · Fees apply to plan review (which includes initial inspections/witness testing); re-reviews, re-inspections, and after-hours inspections may incur additional fees. See the separate fee schedule on the Fire & Life Safety Bureau's webpage.Sources & verification
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