Residential Building Permit (New Construction) in Greeley, Colorado
VerifiedRequired for construction of new single-family homes, duplexes, and other detached one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses (up to 3 stories) in Greeley. Reviewed against the 2021 IRC and 2021 IECC as adopted by City of Greeley Municipal Code Secs. 22-76 and 22-286, plus the City's IRC/IBC Design Criteria. Applications are submitted through eTRAKiT.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
When you need this permit
- Building permit required for new single-family and two-family dwelling/townhouse construction per 2021 IRC as adopted (Greeley Municipal Code Sec. 22-76)
- Plans must comply with City of Greeley Design Criteria: 30 psf ground snow load (20 psf minimum final design roof load), 115 mph basic wind speed, Seismic Design Category B, 30-inch minimum frost/footing depth, ice barrier underlayment required (Sec. 22-49, Sec. 22-87)
- Estimated project valuation must be provided at application; building official may use the ICC Building Valuation Data square-foot table if the stated valuation appears understated (Sec. 22-34)
- Application submitted online via eTRAKiT (trakit.greeleygov.com/etrakit/); a 2.8% convenience fee applies to credit card payments (no fee for eCheck), effective March 14, 2022
- Plan review fee is 65% of the calculated building permit fee, invoiced by email once the submittal is confirmed complete; no permit issues until all fees are paid
- New residential subdivision lots: no plan review or permit issuance until the applicable subdivision/phase is fully completed and signed off by all required City departments (Public Works, Engineering, Water and Sewer, Stormwater, Fire, Planning, etc.), per City policy statement effective January 30, 2026
- 2026 Development Impact Fees (Police, Fire, Park, Trails, Storm Drainage, Transportation) apply based on heated living area square footage; Water/Sewer Plant Investment Fees apply separately
Required documents
- Required
Building Permit Application
Submitted online through eTRAKiT at trakit.greeleygov.com/etrakit/
- Required
Construction Drawings
Site plan, foundation plan, floor plan, framing, elevations, and structural details consistent with the 2021 IRC and City Design Criteria
- Required
Design Criteria Compliance Documentation
Plan sheet documenting snow load, wind speed, frost depth, and seismic design category per City of Greeley 2021 IRC/IBC Design Criteria
- Optional
2026 Homeowner Affidavit
Required affidavit for homeowner-performed work; posted on the Building Permits and Inspections page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1 to $500 | $23.50 | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule (Table 1-A) |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $501 to $2,000 | $23.50 for the first $500, plus $3.05 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $2,001 to $25,000 | $69.25 for the first $2,000, plus $14.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $25,001 to $50,000 | $391.25 for the first $25,000, plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $50,001 to $100,000 | $643.75 for the first $50,000, plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,001 to $500,000 | $993.75 for the first $100,000, plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $500,001 to $1,000,000 | $3,233.75 for the first $500,000, plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1,000,001 and up | $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000, plus $3.65 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule |
| Plan Review Fee (Major) | 65% of the building permit fee | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule; separate from and in addition to the permit fee |
| City Sales Tax | 4.11% of 45% of value for new residential construction $75,000 or less per unit; 4.11% of 50% of value for all other construction | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule |
| 2026 Police Development Fee — residential 1,801 sq ft heated living space or more | $327 | City of Greeley 2026 Development Impact Fee Schedule, effective 3-1-2026; lower tiers apply for smaller homes |
| 2026 Fire Development Fee — residential 1,801 sq ft heated living space or more | $851 | City of Greeley 2026 Development Impact Fee Schedule, effective 3-1-2026 |
| 2026 Park Development Fee — residential 1,801 sq ft heated living space or more | $6,316 | City of Greeley 2026 Development Impact Fee Schedule, effective 3-1-2026 |
| 2026 Trails Development Fee — residential 1,801 sq ft heated living space or more | $947 | City of Greeley 2026 Development Impact Fee Schedule, effective 3-1-2026 |
| 2026 Transportation Development Fee — residential 1,801 sq ft heated living space or more | $8,431 | City of Greeley 2026 Development Impact Fee Schedule, effective 3-1-2026 |
| 2026 Storm Drainage Development Fee | $0.308 per impervious square foot | City of Greeley 2026 Development Impact Fee Schedule, effective 3-1-2026 |
Review timeline
20–20 business days
Greeley’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Foundation/Footing
Footing and foundation plan review is a separate 10-working-day review track; inspection before concrete pour verifies forms, rebar, and 30-inch minimum frost depth
- 2
Framing
Structural framing, connections, egress, and fire-separation per approved plans and the 2021 IRC
- 3
Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing Rough-In
Rough-in inspections for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems before concealment
- 4
Final
Final inspection and approval of all systems, buildings, and structures before occupancy; certificate of occupancy required before final occupancy (2021 IBC Sec. 110.6 as amended)
Tips
- New construction plan review is 20 working days; footing-and-foundation plan review and additions/remodels plan review each run a separate 10-working-day track. Source: City of Greeley Building Permits and Inspections page.
- The plan review fee (65% of the building permit fee) is invoiced separately by email once the submittal is confirmed complete — no permit is issued until all fees are paid in full.
- As of January 30, 2026, no plan review or permit will be issued for a lot within a subdivision until that subdivision/phase has full department sign-off (Public Works, Engineering, Water and Sewer, Stormwater, Fire, Planning, and others as applicable).
- A 2.8% convenience fee applies to credit card payments in eTRAKiT (effective March 14, 2022); eCheck payments carry no convenience fee.
- Municipal addressing (new subdivision or infill address assignment) is handled separately — contact addressing@greeleygov.com.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does new residential building permit review take in Greeley?
- New construction plan review is 20 working days. Footing-and-foundation plan review and additions/remodels plan review each run separately at 10 working days. Source: City of Greeley Building Permits and Inspections page.
- Where do I apply for a building permit in Greeley?
- Applications are submitted online via eTRAKiT at trakit.greeleygov.com/etrakit/. The Building Inspection Division is located at 1100 10th Street, Greeley, CO 80631.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
- City of Greeley Building Inspection (Community Development) — official building department
- Building Permits and Inspections | City of Greeley
- City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF)
- FEB 2026 Building Valuation Data (PDF)
- 2026 Development Impact Fee Schedule (PDF)
- 2021 IRC/IBC Design Criteria (PDF) | City of Greeley Municipal Code Sec. 22-87
- Greeley Municipal Code Sec. 22-76 — International Residential Code adopted
- Greeley Municipal Code Sec. 22-34 — Building permit valuations
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 Greeley building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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