Telluride building inspections

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

Verified 2026-07-13 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: Rebekah Hall, 113 W. Columbia Ave, Telluride, CO 81435 (mailing: PO Box 397, Telluride, CO 81435)
Phone: 970-728-5700
Email: planningandbuilding@telluride.gov
Office hours: Main Planning & Building Department line 970-728-5700. Building Official Sam Samuelson: 970-728-2143. SmartGov online-portal assistance / Historic Preservation, Planning and Building Coordinator Tammy Brand: 970-728-2175. Building Inspector Bill Spencer: 970-708-2464.
Website: Official site

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Addition / Interior Remodel Permit

1
Foundation (additions with new footings only)
Before concrete pour, per 48-inch minimum frost depth
2
Rough Frame
Framing complete, connection to existing structure verified
3
Rough Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment
4
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Foundation
Before concrete pour, per 48-inch minimum frost depth
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: Residential/Commercial Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

1
Foundation (ground-mount only)
Before concrete pour, per 48-inch minimum frost depth, for ground-mounted racking systems.
2
Rough Electrical / Interconnection
Array wiring, disconnect, and panel connections verified before concealment, per 2023 NEC Article 690.
3
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable codes.

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: 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: Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Permit, Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)

Re-inspection fees

Electrical PermitReinspection Fee

$65.00 per hour (or actual jurisdiction cost, whichever is greater)

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-13.

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

Telluride building permits

Telluride building permits Residential Addition / Interior Remodel Permit Residential Building Permit (New Construction)Residential/Commercial Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit Electrical Permit Mechanical / HVAC Permit Plumbing Permit Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Permit Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)

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