Fort Morgan building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Fort Morgan, Colorado.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 110 Sherman Street, Fort Morgan, CO 80701 (mailing: P.O. Box 100, Fort Morgan, CO 80701); Building Inspector office at 710 E. Railroad Ave., Fort Morgan, CO 80701
- Phone
- 970-542-3907
- Office hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., per the City's Building Permit Application form (710 E. Railroad Ave. location). Chief Building Official: Rocky Watkins, 970-370-6559. Permit Technician: Kayla Thompson, 970-542-3907. Building Inspector line: 970-542-3908.
- Website
- Official site
Published scheduling rules
- 24 hours advance notice required to schedule inspections (Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Residence / New House))
- 24 hours advance notice is required to schedule any City inspection, per the Building Department page. (General)
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit (Addition, Garage, Basement Finish)
- 1
Foundation (if new footings)
Before concrete pour, for additions/garages with new foundation elements
- 2
Rough Framing
Framing complete and tied into existing structure before cover
- 3
Rough Plumbing / Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment, where applicable; electrical rough-in (if any) is inspected separately by the State of Colorado Electrical Board, not the City
- 4
Final Inspection
All City-permitted work complete per approved plans
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Residence / New House)
- 1
Foundation
Before concrete pour
- 2
Rough Framing
Structural framing complete before cover
- 3
Rough Plumbing / Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment; plumbing and mechanical are inspected by the City — electrical rough-in is inspected separately by the State of Colorado Electrical Board, not the City
- 4
Final Inspection
All City-permitted work (building, plumbing, mechanical) complete per approved plans; a separate final electrical inspection and sign-off is required from the State of Colorado Electrical Board before occupancy
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit (A/C Installation)
- 1
Rough Mechanical
Equipment placement and ductwork before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
Equipment operational; the City verifies mechanical scope only — electrical connection sign-off is separately handled by the State of Colorado Electrical Board
Applies to: Plumbing / Gas / Water & Sewer Line Permit
- 1
Rough Plumbing / Gas Line
Pipe, drain, waste, vent, and gas-line installation before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
Fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified
Final inspection only: Demolition / Moving Permit, Electrical Permit — REFERRED TO STATE OF COLORADO (Not Issued by the City), EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit — REFERRED TO STATE OF COLORADO (Not Issued by the City), Fence Permit, Roofing Permit (Re-Roofing), Solar Panel Permit
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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