Frederick building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Frederick, Colorado.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 401 Locust Street, Frederick, CO 80530 (mailing: PO Box 435, Frederick, CO 80530)
- Phone
- 720-382-5516 (general questions); 720-382-5620 (inspection request line)
- Office hours
- Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Chief Building Official: mtheile@FrederickCO.gov.
- Website
- Official site
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
- 1
Foundation (additions with new footings only)
Before concrete pour, per 36-inch minimum footing 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 36-inch minimum footing depth
- 2
Framing
Structural framing complete before cover
- 3
Rough Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment; electrician/plumber identity may be verified at inspector's discretion
- 4
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable codes
Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement / Commercial Building Permit
- 1
Rough Structural/Framing
Structural elements and framing before cover
- 2
Rough Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment
- 3
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans; Certificate of Occupancy issuance where applicable
Applies to: Deck / Covered Patio Permit
- 1
Footing
Before concrete pour, per 36-inch minimum footing depth
- 2
Framing
Deck/patio framing and ledger attachment (if applicable) before decking installation
- 3
Final Inspection
Guardrails, stairs, and completed structure verified
Applies to: Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Wiring and panel installed before concealment; electrician identity may be verified at inspector's discretion
- 2
Final Inspection
Devices installed, panel labeled, system energized and verified
Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Wiring, conduit, and disconnect placement before concealment; electrician identity may be verified at inspector's discretion
- 2
Final Electrical
EVSE unit connections verified, circuit labeled, system energized
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; plumber identity may be verified at inspector's discretion
- 2
Final Inspection
Fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified
Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
- 1
Framing (if structural roof enhancements made)
Required only when structural enhancements to support the array are made
- 2
Final Electrical Inspection
Rapid shutdown system tested with inspector present; qualified person per system size/type must be on site
Final inspection only: Demolition Permit, Furnace / Water Heater Replacement Permit, Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)
Re-inspection fees
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-23.
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