Erie building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Erie, Colorado.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 645 Holbrook St., Erie, CO 80516 (mailing: P.O. Box 750, Erie, CO 80516)
- Phone
- 303-926-2780
- building@erieco.gov
- Office hours
- Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Building Division fax/photo-submission line bldgfax@erieco.gov; HVAC/mechanical contact line 303-926-2700; Planning Division 303-926-2770 / planningdivision@erieco.gov.
- Website
- Official site
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family / Custom Home / Modular Home)
- 1
Foundation
Before concrete pour, per engineer-stamped foundation plan
- 2
Third-Party Engineer Observation (Foundation, Insulation, Radon, Energy Compliance)
Third-party inspection reports required at these stages per Custom Home submittal requirements
- 3
Temporary Power / Utilities
Town inspection of temporary power and utility connections
- 4
Framing / Rough Electrical / Rough Plumbing / Rough Mechanical
Combined rough inspections; per the Town's Residential Remodel guidance, all rough inspections are typically completed at the same time
- 5
Final Inspections (all trades) and Certificate of Occupancy
All final inspections completed together; CO processed within 48 hours of a complete final submittal
Applies to: Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Wiring and panel work inspected before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
Devices installed and system verified
Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit (Billed as Electrical Permit / Quick Permit)
- 1
Rough Electrical
Charger circuit wiring and breaker sizing inspected before concealment, if applicable
- 2
Final Inspection
EVSE installed, GFCI/disconnect and connections verified
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Rough Mechanical
Ductwork, flues, and equipment placement before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
Standard in-person final inspection (the Town discontinued its earlier video-inspection option); verifies equipment operation, combustion air/venting, clearances, and detector compliance
Applies to: Plumbing Permit
- 1
Rough Plumbing
Pipe, drain, waste, and vent installation before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
Fixtures connected, venting and connections verified
Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
- 1
Rough Inspections (Plumbing, Electric, Framing, Insulation)
All rough inspections are typically completed at the same time, per the Town's Residential Remodel guidance
- 2
Final Inspections (all trades)
All final inspections are typically completed at the same time
Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical and Frame Solar
Residential rough solar inspection requires photos submitted by email (building@erieco.gov) rather than an in-person visit in most cases; JPGs or PDF only, 10-15 photos max, no ZIP files or cloud links; photos must show bonding, flashing, junction boxes, and full panel landscapes; typical photo-review turnaround is 2-3 business days
- 2
Final Electrical, Building, and Electrical Service
Final inspection covering electrical service connection and overall installation
Final inspection only: Demolition Permit, Fence / Retaining Wall Permit, Roofing Permit (Reroof)
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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