Trinidad building inspections

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

Verified 2026-07-06 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 135 N. Animas Street (PO Box 880), Trinidad, CO 81082
Phone: (719) 846-9843 ext. 136 or ext. 128
Email: Not published on the Building Inspections, Contractor Licenses & Permits page as of this review; contact via main office line
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (City of Trinidad normal business hours); Development Services Administrator Tara Booth; fax (719) 846-4140
Website: Official site

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit

1
Foundation (if new footings)
Before concrete pour, per 32-inch minimum frost depth
2
Rough Framing
Framing tied into existing structure before cover
3
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Foundation
Before concrete pour; foundation plans require an engineer's wet stamp
2
Rough Framing
Framing complete before cover
3
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable 2024 IRC/IBC provisions

Applies to: Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Permit

1
Rough Electrical
EV charger circuit wiring and panel installation before concealment; inspecting authority (City vs. State Electrical Board) not conclusively confirmed.
2
Final Inspection
Charger installed, devices verified, system energized.

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1
Rough Electrical
Wiring and panel installation before concealment; inspecting authority (City vs. State Electrical Board) not conclusively confirmed
2
Final Inspection
Devices installed, panel labeled, system energized and verified

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

1
Rough Mechanical
Ductwork, flues, and equipment placement before concealment
2
Final Inspection
Equipment operational, combustion air and venting verified

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

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

Final inspection only: Demolition Permit, Roofing Permit (Reroof), Solar PV Permit

Re-inspection fees

Residential Building Permit (New Construction)Reinspection Fee

$50.00 per hour

Residential Addition / Remodel PermitReinspection / After-Hours Inspection Fee

$50.00 per hour (minimum two hours)

Plumbing PermitReinspection / After-Hours Inspection Fee

$50.00 per hour (minimum two hours)

Mechanical / HVAC PermitReinspection / After-Hours Inspection Fee

$50.00 per hour (minimum two hours)

Roofing Permit (Reroof)Reinspection / After-Hours Inspection Fee

$50.00 per hour (minimum two hours)

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.

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

Trinidad building permits

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