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Lakewood building inspections

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

Verified 2026-06-30 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address
480 S. Allison Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80226 (Civic Center North)
Phone
303-987-7500
Email
permitcounter@lakewoodco.gov
Office hours
Contact Permit Counter at 303-987-7500; permits are applied for, tracked, and paid online through eTRAKiT (lakw-trk.aspgov.com/eTRAKiT)
Website
Official site

Published scheduling rules

  • Lakewood inspections scheduled through eTRAKiT by 7 a.m. are typically performed the same day (weekdays only); inspections can be scheduled up to 6 days in advance. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

  1. 1

    Foundation

    Footings and foundation before concrete pour — 36-inch frost depth minimum

  2. 2

    Framing

    Structural framing before insulation/wall cover

  3. 3

    MEP Rough-In

    Mechanical, electrical, plumbing rough-ins before walls closed

  4. 4

    Final

    All work complete; Certificate of Occupancy issued once required inspections pass

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

    Fire Inspection

    Fire alarm/sprinkler/suppression inspections coordinated with West Metro Fire

  4. 4

    Final / Certificate of Occupancy

    All work complete; City issues Certificate of Occupancy for projects with a change in occupancy

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit

  1. 1

    Foundation (if new footings)

    Before concrete pour — 36-inch frost depth minimum

  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; certificate of completion may be requested for additions/accessory structures

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

  1. 1

    Foundation / Footings

    Before concrete pour — footings must extend below 36-inch frost depth

  2. 2

    Framing

    After framing complete, before insulation or wall cover

  3. 3

    MEP Rough-In

    Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rough-in before walls closed

  4. 4

    Final

    All work complete; City issues Certificate of Occupancy for new home projects once all required inspections pass

Applies to: Deck / Covered Patio Permit

  1. 1

    Footing

    Before concrete pour for structural post footings

  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: Demolition Permit

  1. 1

    Pre-Demolition Utilities Verification

    Verification that utilities are disconnected before demolition begins

  2. 2

    Final

    Site cleared, debris removed

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: EV Charger / EVSE Permit

  1. 1

    Rough-In

    Wiring and conduit installed before walls closed, where applicable

  2. 2

    Final

    EVSE circuit, breaker/disconnect, and NEC Article 625 compliance verified; devices installed, panel labeled, system energized

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 / Electrical

    Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof penetration sealing, and all electrical connections verified

Final inspection only: Roofing Permit (Reroof)

Re-inspection fees

Electrical PermitReinspection Fee · City of Lakewood Building Permit & Inspection Fee Schedule — applies to any trade including electrical
$80.00 per hour (minimum charge: 1 hour), or total hourly cost to the city if greater
Plumbing PermitReinspection Fee
$80.00 per hour (minimum charge: 1 hour), or total hourly cost to the city if greater
EV Charger / EVSE PermitReinspection Fee · City of Lakewood Building Permit & Inspection Fee Schedule — applies to any trade including electrical
$80.00 per hour (minimum charge: 1 hour), or total hourly cost to the city if greater

Lakewood building permits

Lakewood building permitsAccessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) PermitCommercial Tenant Improvement PermitResidential Addition / Remodel PermitResidential Building Permit (New Construction)Deck / Covered Patio PermitPlumbing PermitDemolition PermitElectrical PermitEV Charger / EVSE PermitMechanical / HVAC PermitSolar PV PermitRoofing Permit (Reroof)

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