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Cripple Creek building inspections

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

Reviewed 2026-07-06 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address
337 E. Bennett Ave, Cripple Creek, CO 80813 (mailing: P.O. Box 430, Cripple Creek, CO 80813)
Phone
719-689-3588 ext. 1
Email
Office hours
Building Inspector normal duty hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM on Mondays and Fridays only (with an alternate day sometimes added around a holiday week, decided case-by-case). The inspector is typically present in the office at 337 E. Bennett Ave from 7:30-9:00 AM on Monday/Friday mornings for questions in person or by phone (719-689-3588 ext. 1); after 9 AM the inspector is generally in the field performing inspections and returns to the office afterward for consultations. As of May 28, 2026, Martin L. Colgan serves as the City's Combination Inspector (Residential and Commercial Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Gas Piping). SAFEbuilt is stated on the City's Building Department page to be the City's new full-service company for plan review, permits, and inspections; the City notes it is currently implementing new permitting software and directs applicants to call the Building Department to ask about the current submission process.
Website
Official site

Published scheduling rules

  • The Building Inspector's office hours are limited to Monday and Friday mornings (7:30-9:00 AM) for walk-in/phone questions — plan submittal timing and inspection requests around this schedule, and use the 24-hour automated inspection request line when possible. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
  • Improvement Location Certificate (ILC) and Setback & Elevation Certificate by a licensed Colorado surveyor required for all new foundations, submitted before a rough framing inspection can be requested; an Improvement Survey Plat (ISP) additionally required if a variance permits construction within setbacks or the foundation sits within 5 feet of the property line (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
  • The Building Inspector's regular office hours are Monday and Friday mornings only (7:30 AM-4:00 PM duty hours, with 7:30-9:00 AM as the reliable in-office window for questions) — plan your submittal and inspection-request timing accordingly, and use the 24-hour automated inspection request line where possible. (General)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

  1. 1

    Foundation

    Before concrete pour, if a new foundation is required

  2. 2

    Framing

    Structural framing complete before cover

  3. 3

    Rough Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical

    Trade rough-ins before concealment

  4. 4

    Final Inspection

    All work complete per approved plans and Development Code ADU standards

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit

  1. 1

    Foundation (additions with new footings only)

    Before concrete pour

  2. 2

    Rough Frame

    Framing complete, connection to existing structure verified

  3. 3

    Rough Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical

    Trade rough-ins before concealment

  4. 4

    Final Inspection

    All work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

  1. 1

    Foundation

    Before concrete pour; ILC/ISP and Setback & Elevation Certificate must be on file first

  2. 2

    Rough Framing

    Structural framing complete before cover; requires ILC/ISP and Setback & Elevation Certificate submitted and approved first per local amendment

  3. 3

    Rough Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical

    Trade rough-ins before concealment

  4. 4

    Final Inspection

    All work complete per approved plans and applicable codes; Occupancy Permit issued only after Building Inspector confirms compliance with both code and any Certificate of Appropriateness design

Applies to: Deck / Covered Patio Permit

  1. 1

    Footing/Foundation

    Before concrete pour, for decks/patios with new footings

  2. 2

    Framing

    Structural framing complete before decking/roofing installed

  3. 3

    Final Inspection

    All work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit

  1. 1

    Rough Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical

    Trade rough-ins before concealment

  2. 2

    Final Inspection

    All work complete per approved plans and applicable codes

Applies to: Demolition Permit

  1. 1

    Pre-demolition (asbestos/utility disconnect verification)

    Confirms asbestos assessment complete and utilities properly disconnected/capped

  2. 2

    Final Inspection

    Site cleared and safe per approved demolition plan

Applies to: Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit

  1. 1

    Rough Electrical

    New circuit/wiring for the charger installed before concealment

  2. 2

    Final Inspection

    Charger installed and connected, circuit verified before energizing

Applies to: Electrical Permit

  1. 1

    Rough Electrical

    Wiring and panel installed before concealment

  2. 2

    Final Inspection

    Devices installed, panel labeled, system energized and verified

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

  1. 1

    Rough Mechanical

    Ductwork, flues, and equipment placement before concealment

  2. 2

    Final Inspection

    Equipment operational, combustion air and venting verified

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

  1. 1

    Rough Plumbing

    Pipe, drain, waste, and vent installation before concealment; exterior supply piping depth (24 in. below frost line / 36 in. below grade) verified

  2. 2

    Final Inspection

    Fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified

Applies to: Rooftop Solar / Photovoltaic Permit

  1. 1

    Rough Electrical

    Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before cover

  2. 2

    Final Inspection

    Racking, roof penetrations, and electrical connections verified; historic-district placement/visibility rules confirmed if applicable

Final inspection only: Reroof Permit

Cripple Creek building permits

Cripple Creek building permitsAccessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) PermitResidential Addition / Remodel PermitResidential Building Permit (New Construction)Deck / Covered Patio PermitCommercial Tenant Improvement PermitDemolition PermitElectric Vehicle Charging Station PermitElectrical PermitMechanical / HVAC PermitPlumbing PermitRooftop Solar / Photovoltaic PermitReroof Permit

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