Windsor building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Windsor, Colorado.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 200 N. 11th Street, Windsor, CO 80550 (Permit Technician); Planning Department at 301 Walnut Street, Windsor, CO 80550
- Phone
- 970-674-2436 (Permit Technician); 970-674-2400 (Town main line, option 4 for Building Permits/Community Development); SAFEbuilt Inspections 970-674-1036 or 1-866-671-1036
- Office hours
- Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; online services available Fridays (Town offices are closed to walk-in service on Fridays per the Building Permits page)
- Website
- Official site
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
- 1
Foundation
Wet-stamped engineered foundation plan verified before concrete pour (new detached structures)
- 2
Framing / Fire Separation
Framing complete; 2-hour fire-rated horizontal/vertical assembly separation verified for Type I/II ADUs
- 3
Rough Electrical/Mechanical
Panel locations, receptacles, 50% efficiency lighting plan, mechanical equipment/ductwork verified before concealment
- 4
Final Inspection
All work complete; Certificate of Occupancy withheld until the principal dwelling itself already holds a Certificate of Occupancy
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
- 1
Foundation/Footing
Before concrete pour
- 2
Framing
Structural framing complete before cover
- 3
Rough Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment
- 4
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans and applicable 2024 I-Codes
Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
- 1
Framing
Framing and connection to existing structure before cover
- 2
Rough Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical
Trade rough-ins before concealment
- 3
Final Inspection
All work complete per approved plans
Applies to: Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Wiring and panel installed before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
Devices installed, panel labeled, system energized
Applies to: EV Charger Installation Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical (SAFEbuilt)
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before cover, per the 2023 NEC
- 2
Final (SAFEbuilt)
Charger installed and electrical connections verified
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Rough Mechanical
Equipment and ductwork installed before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
Equipment operational; combustion air and venting verified
Applies to: Plumbing Permit
- 1
Rough Plumbing
Before concealment
- 2
Final Inspection
Fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified
Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical (SAFEbuilt)
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before cover, per the 2023 NEC
- 2
Final (SAFEbuilt)
Racking, roof penetrations, and electrical connections verified
Final inspection only: Roofing Permit (Reroof), Shed / Accessory Structure Permit
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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