Aspen building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Aspen, Colorado.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 427 Rio Grande Place, Aspen, CO 81611
- Phone
- 970-920-5000
- Office hours
- City of Aspen main line 970-920-5000. Building Support (permit requirement inquiries, pre-submittal questions): buildingsupport@aspen.gov, Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm. Builder of the Day (building code/regulations questions): builderoftheday@aspen.gov, 970-429-2735, Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm. Planner of the Day (zoning, floor area, net leasable, signage, mountain view plane, exterior design): planneroftheday@aspen.gov, 970-429-2764, walk-in hours Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm. Historic Preservation: HP@aspen.gov, 970-429-2758. Construction hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm, Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm, no construction on Sundays.
- Website
- Official site
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Commercial Building Permit (New Construction / Addition / Major Alteration)
- 1
Foundation
Before concrete pour; special inspections per the signed Special Inspection and Testing Agreement run in parallel where the stamped structural plans require them
- 2
Framing
Structural framing complete before cover
- 3
Rough Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment; fire-resistive assembly and penetration protection verified before cover
- 4
Fire Inspections
Fire sprinkler/alarm inspections coordinated separately (Aspen Fire); sanitation inspections also scheduled separately per the City's Inspections page
- 5
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable codes; projects must be inspected at least every 180 days to keep the permit active
Applies to: Residential Addition / Alteration-Remodel Permit
- 1
Foundation (additions with new footings only)
Footings and foundation before concrete pour
- 2
Rough Frame
Framing complete, connection to existing structure verified
- 3
Rough Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical
Conduit runs, wiring, piping, and ductwork before concealment
- 4
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable codes
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction, Single-Family/Duplex/Townhouse)
- 1
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 codes
Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment; fire-resistive penetration protection (dampers, fire caulk, rated enclosures) verified before cover
- 2
Framing / Fire-Rated Assembly
Interior framing and fire/sound-rated assembly installation per the listed and tested assemblies referenced on the approved plans, before drywall
- 3
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans; scheduled via the Salesforce Permit Portal (requests by 7:30 PM are scheduled next business day, site ready by 9:00 AM); fire and sanitation inspections coordinated separately
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: EV Charger / EVSE Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Wiring and circuit installed before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
Charger installed, circuit verified, unit energized
Applies to: Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm System Permit
- 1
Rough-In Inspection (Sprinkler and/or Fire Alarm)
Scheduled by the permit holder; sprinkler rough-in must be a single inspection of the entire system unless logistically impossible
- 2
Final Inspection (Sprinkler and/or Fire Alarm)
Cannot be scheduled until the space is fully move-in ready and all other trades are complete; both the sprinkler contractor and fire alarm contractor must be present
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
Applies to: Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)
- 1
Mid-Roof Inspection
Required for all roofing permits and for building permits when a new roof is installed, per the Roofing and Re-roofing Memorandum of Policy
- 2
Final Inspection
Completed roof — Class A material, flashing, ice/water barrier, and snowguard compliance verified
Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Permit
- 1
Rough-In Inspection
Before any concealment of wire ways; underground wiring and grounding system installed; for roof-mounted installations, mounting hardware inspected before module installation
- 2
Final Inspection
All AC/DC equipment complete and ready to energize; system operation field-inspected
Final inspection only: Change of Use / Land Use Review (Development Order), Demolition Permit, Fence Permit, Sign Permit
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-23.
Fee schedules
Applications & forms
Checklists & handouts
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