Yuma building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Yuma, Colorado.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 320 South Main Street, Yuma, CO 80759 (mailing: PO Box 265, Yuma, CO 80759)
- Phone
- 970-848-3878 (City Hall); 970-630-7118 (Building Inspector direct line)
- Office hours
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (City Hall, 320 South Main Street)
- Website
- Official site
Published scheduling rules
- Required inspections must be requested one working day in advance (call 970-848-3878) (Building Permit (New Construction, Addition, Alteration, Repair))
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Building Permit (New Construction, Addition, Alteration, Repair)
- 1
Inspections as required by scope of work
Required inspections must be requested one working day in advance; the Building Inspector determines the specific inspection sequence (e.g. foundation, framing, rough trades, final) based on the project's class of work
- 2
Final Inspection
Completed work verified against approved permit and applicable code
Applies to: Demolition Permit
- 1
Asbestos Inspection (State requirement, prior to City final inspection)
Required statewide by CDPHE Air Pollution Control Division: the building/area to be demolished must be inspected for asbestos by a Colorado-certified asbestos inspector before demolition, independent of the City's own inspection process
- 2
Final Inspection
Site inspected following demolition to confirm work matches the approved City permit scope
Applies to: Re-Roof Permit
- 1
Mid-Roof Inspection
Onsite visit by the Building Inspector (call 970-630-7118 to schedule) OR submission of photos of all roof slopes and the building front once underlayment is installed, emailed or texted to building.inspector@yumacolo.org / 970-630-7118
- 2
Final Roof Inspection
In-person final inspection by the Building Inspector once the roof is completed; contractor notified of results via email or text
Applies to: Rooftop Solar / Photovoltaic Permit
- 1
State Electrical Inspection
Performed by the State Electrical Board (not a City inspector) to verify safe connection of the PV system
- 2
Utility Interconnection Inspection/Verification
City of Yuma Utilities verifies the meter socket and disconnect switch installation and confirms utility safety/operational requirements before allowing grid connection
Final inspection only: Electrical Permit, EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit, Plumbing Permit
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-23.
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