Cortez building inspections

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

Verified 2026-07-06 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 123 Roger Smith Avenue, Cortez, CO 81321
Phone: 970-565-3402
Email: clindquist@cortezco.gov
Office hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Friday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Permit Tech/Deputy City Clerk (Cheryl Lindquist): 970-564-4016. Fire Inspector/Building Inspector (Sean Canada): 970-564-4009. 24-hour inspection scheduling line: 970-564-4071 (checked daily at 8:00 a.m.; inspections performed 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, excluding holidays). Fax: 970-565-8172.
Website: Official site

Published scheduling rules

Schedule inspections through the 24-hour line (970-564-4071), checked daily at 8:00 a.m.; inspections are only performed 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, so a same-week inspection request near a Thursday deadline should be called in as early as possible. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
Inspections are scheduled via a 24-hour line (970-564-4071, checked daily at 8:00 a.m.) but only performed Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. — plan around the compressed Friday-off inspection week (City Hall itself is also only open until noon on Fridays). (General)

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, complete before cover
3
Rough Plumbing / Rough Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment; electrical rough-in inspected separately by the State of Colorado (DORA)
4
Final Inspection
All City-permitted work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Foundation
Before concrete pour, per 32-inch minimum frost depth
2
Rough Framing
Framing complete before cover
3
Rough Plumbing / Rough Mechanical
Trade rough-ins inspected by the City before concealment; electrical rough-in is inspected separately by the State of Colorado (DORA), not the City
4
Final Inspection
All City-permitted work complete per approved plans and applicable codes; scheduled via the 24-hour inspection line (970-564-4071)

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

1
Foundation (if new construction)
Before concrete pour, per 32-inch minimum frost depth
2
Rough Framing / Rough Plumbing / Rough Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment; electrical rough-in inspected separately by the State of Colorado (DORA)
3
Final Inspection
All City-permitted work complete per approved plans and Conditional Use Permit conditions

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; scheduled via the 24-hour inspection line
2
Final Inspection
Fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified

Applies to: Solar PV Permit (Split City/State Jurisdiction)

1
City Building Inspection (Structural/Racking)
City of Cortez inspects the structural/racking portion of the installation
2
State Electrical Inspection
Colorado State Electrical Board inspects the interconnection/electrical work, since this is not handled by the City

Final inspection only: Demolition Permit, Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit (State-Issued Electrical Permit), Fence Permit, Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)

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

Cortez building permits

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