La Junta building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in La Junta, Colorado.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 601 Colorado Avenue (P.O. Box 489), La Junta, CO 81050
- Phone
- (719) 384-5991
- Office hours
- Monday through Thursday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Municipal Building hours); Director of Engineering Martin Montoya; the Engineering Department consists of three full-time staff: the Director of Engineering, the Building Official, and the Office Manager
- Website
- Official site
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Commercial Building Permit
- 1
Foundation
Before concrete pour
- 2
Rough Framing
Framing, fire blocking, and rated wall assemblies complete before cover; State-permitted electrical and plumbing rough-ins run on their own State inspection track
- 3
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved stamped plans and applicable 2018 IBC/IEBC/IFC provisions; inspections can be scheduled at 719-384-5991 before 4:00 PM for the next business day
Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
- 1
Foundation (if new footings)
Before concrete pour, if the addition includes new foundation work
- 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
- 2
Rough Framing
Framing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical rough-in complete before cover
- 3
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable 2018 IRC/IBC provisions; inspections can be scheduled at 719-384-5991 before 4:00 PM for the next business day
Applies to: Solar PV Permit
- 1
Mounting Bracket Inspection
Required before panels are installed
- 2
City Building Department Final
Required before Certificate of Occupancy
- 3
State Electrical Inspector Final
Required separately from the City's own final, before Certificate of Occupancy
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Rough Mechanical
Ductwork, equipment placement, and venting before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
Equipment operational, combustion air and venting verified
Applies to: Roofing Permit (Reroof/Repair)
- 1
Mid-Roof Inspection
Required when 25%-75% of roof covering material and 100% of underlayment/flashings are installed; if missed, resolve via a 10%-per-side uncovering or a stamped engineer's/architect's letter
- 2
Final Roof Inspection
Required to complete and close the permit; ladder must be properly set and secured for inspector access
Final inspection only: Change of Use / Change of Occupancy, Electrical Permit, EV Charger / EVSE Permit, Plumbing Permit
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