Wheat Ridge building inspections

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

Verified 2026-07-05 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 7500 W. 29th Ave., 2nd Floor, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Phone: 303-235-2855 (Option 1: Building Permits & Contractor Licensing; Option 2: Inspections; Option 4: Plan Review); General City phone 303-234-5900
Email: buildingpermits@ci.wheatridge.co.us (Permits); planreview@ci.wheatridge.co.us (Plan Review); buildinginspections@ci.wheatridge.co.us (Inspections); contractorlicensing@ci.wheatridge.co.us (Contractor Licensing)
Office hours: Walk-in hours Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; service also available by appointment or phone/email starting at 7:30 a.m. Inspection request windows: AM inspections typically 8 a.m.-noon, PM typically noon-3 p.m., with a 2-hour window given on inspection day.
Website: Official site

Published scheduling rules

Same-day inspections are available (11 a.m. cutoff, $170 fee); routine building inspections need only next-day notice (by 4 p.m.), but zoning/engineering inspections require up to a week's advance notice — plan trade-specific inspection requests accordingly. (General)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

1
Foundation
Before concrete pour, for new ADU construction
2
Framing
Framing complete; fire separation/fire-rated wall verified for attached ADUs where required
3
Rough Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment
4
Final Inspection
All work complete, fire-access/sprinkler and occupancy compliance confirmed

Applies to: Commercial Building Permit (New Construction / Shell)

1
Footing/Foundation
Before concrete pour
2
Framing
Structural framing complete before cover
3
Rough Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment
4
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable code; may be paired with special-district sign-off where applicable

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit

1
Foundation (if new footings)
Before concrete pour, for new footings/foundations
2
Framing
Framing and connection to existing structure before cover
3
Rough Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment
4
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Footing/Foundation
Before concrete pour
2
Framing
Structural framing complete before cover
3
Rough Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment
4
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable code

Applies to: Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit

1
Framing/Demising Walls
Interior framing and demising wall/fire separation before cover, where applicable
2
Rough Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment
3
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable code

Applies to: Electric Vehicle Charger Permit

1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before cover
2
Final Inspection
Charging equipment installed and energized, circuit/receptacle verified per NEC

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1
Rough Electrical
Wiring and panel installed, before concealment
2
Final Inspection
Devices installed, panel labeled, system energized and verified

Applies to: Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Permit

1
Acceptance Testing
All system components must be fully tested by the contractor and ready for Acceptance Testing before the inspection is scheduled; required fire department and City/County permits must be available on-site
2
Final Inspection
Conducted by West Metro Fire Protection District; a $300-$360 re-inspection fee applies if the system fails or the inspection is a no-show

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

1
Rough Mechanical
Ductwork and equipment installed before concealment
2
Final Inspection
Equipment operational; combustion air and venting verified

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

1
Rough Plumbing
Pipe installation before concealment
2
Final Inspection
Fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified

Applies to: Solar PV Permit

1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before cover
2
Final Inspection
Racking, roof penetrations, and electrical connections verified

Final inspection only: Change of Use / Change of Occupancy Permit, Demolition Permit, Fence / Retaining Wall Permit, Roofing Permit (Reroof), Sign Permit

Re-inspection fees

Electrical Permit

Re-inspection Fee · City of Wheat Ridge Permit Valuation & Fees page, Other Fees table — re-inspection at $85.00 per hour, one hour minimum. Show full citation

Re-inspection Fee · City of Wheat Ridge Permit Valuation & Fees page, Other Fees table — re-inspection at $85.00 per hour, one hour minimum. The $60.00 late-cancellation charge is published on the City's Building Inspections page: cancellation requests must be received by 8 a.m. on the day of the scheduled inspection, and a later request is subject to a $60 re-inspection fee. It is not on the FAQ page, which carries no fee figures.

$85/hour, minimum 1 hour (City's Permit Valuation & Fees page); a separate $60 late-cancellation re-inspection fee is cited on the City's Building Inspections page for day-of cancellations after 8 a.m.

Roofing Permit (Reroof)Re-inspection Fee · City of Wheat Ridge Permit Valuation & Fees page, Other Fees table — re-inspection fee at $85.00 per hour, one hour minimum. Priced per the 2026 adopted budget.

$85/hour, minimum 1 hour

Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Permit

Re-Inspection Fee · West Metro Fire Protection District Fees page lists $360.00; Show full citation

Re-Inspection Fee · West Metro Fire Protection District Fees page lists $360.00; the District's separate Fire Alarms and Sprinkler Permitting and Testing page states a system-failure re-inspection fee of '$300.00' — both figures are published by the District and are documented here rather than picking one

$360.00

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-05.

City of Wheat Ridge Building Division (Community Development Department) — official building department

Department & other records

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 Wheat Ridge building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

Wheat Ridge building permits

Wheat Ridge building permits Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit Commercial Building Permit (New Construction / Shell)Residential Addition / Remodel Permit Residential Building Permit (New Construction)Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit Electric Vehicle Charger Permit Electrical Permit Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Permit Mechanical / HVAC Permit Plumbing Permit Solar PV Permit Change of Use / Change of Occupancy Permit Demolition Permit Fence / Retaining Wall Permit Roofing Permit (Reroof)Sign Permit

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