Building Inspections
In order to receive final approval for your project, scheduled inspections must be performed by the City’s Building Inspectors at various phases to assure compliance with the building codes. Requesting necessary inspections is the responsibility of the contractor or homeowner.
How to Request an Inspection
The phone number for inspection requests is 303-665-5588 ext. 3335 and is on the permit inspection card. This is a 24 hour voice-mail system. Call the day before or by 7:00 a.m. the day you want the inspection.
Please give the following information when calling for an inspection:
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Day and Date you want the inspection
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Permit Number
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Project Address
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Type of Inspection (specifics of the requested inspection ensure that we send the right inspector)
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Phone number
Most inspections are done between 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. All electrical inspections are done after 3:00 p.m.
The Building Department does not call back to each inspection request. Special inspection requests (early or late) will be accommodated to the best of our ability.
The building inspector will verify that the work being done conforms to the various codes, regulations, laws and ordinances applicable to that job. The building inspector will also check to ensure the work agrees with the approved set of plans issued with the permit.
Requirements for all Inspections
The building inspection record cards and the approved set of plans, stamped by the Building Department, must be available to the inspector. The project address must be posted. The inspector will either sign the card or leave notes as to the inspection results. When the project is complete, the inspector will remove the card and file it as a permanent record.
Please have all animals including dogs under control and not in the areas to be inspected. Inspections may not be made if there are animals running loose. Someone 18 years old or older must be present for inspections.
What Requires an Inspection?
The yellow inspection record card lists typical inspections for new construction. Use the card as a guide. Some inspections listed do not apply to all projects. Do not cover anything without first having it inspected.
Certificate of Occupancy
A Certificate of Occupancy is issued upon proper completion of a new house or new commercial tenant finish. Most homeowner projects do not receive a Certificate of Occupancy, as it is not necessary.
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