Akron building inspections
Inspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Akron, Colorado.
Reviewed 2026-07-13 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 250 Main Ave, Akron, CO 80720
- Phone
- 970-345-2624
- Office hours
- Monday - Thursday, 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM; closed Fridays. Fax: 970-345-2617. Per Town Code 10-1-1, the Building Inspector is appointed by the Board of Trustees at its first regular meeting following each biennial election and serves as chief enforcement officer for all Title 10 building regulations (except fire prevention code); there is no separate physical 'Building Department' office distinct from Town Hall in this small Eastern Plains town (2020 Census population 1,757).
- Website
- Official site
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
- 1
Foundation
Before concrete pour, per Akron's 30-inch minimum frost line depth (Table R301.2(1))
- 2
Framing
Structural framing complete before cover
- 3
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable codes; required for permanent power/occupancy
Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
- 1
Town Building/Structural Inspection
Racking attachment, roof penetration sealing verified by the Town's Building Inspector
- 2
State Electrical Rough Inspection
Wiring and panel installed before concealment; scheduled and performed by the State Electrical Board's inspector for the Akron/Washington County area
- 3
State Electrical Final Inspection
Devices installed, panel labeled, system energized; required for permanent power release
Applies to: Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Wiring and panel installed before concealment; scheduled and performed by the State Electrical Board's inspector for the Akron/Washington County area
- 2
Final Inspection
Devices installed, panel labeled, system energized; required for permanent power release
Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Wiring and circuit installed before concealment; scheduled with the State Electrical Board's inspector for the Akron/Washington County area
- 2
Final Inspection
Charger installed and energized, panel/circuit labeled
Applies to: Plumbing Permit
- 1
Rough Plumbing
Pipe, drain, waste, and vent installation before concealment; scheduled and performed by the State Plumbing Board's inspector for the area
- 2
Final Inspection
Fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified; required before permanent water release
Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
- 1
Rough-in (framing/trades as applicable)
Before concealment of new framing or trade work added by the addition/remodel
- 2
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable codes
Sources & verification
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