Denver Permitting Note: Denver's 42-inch frost line affects all footing and foundation work. Footings for decks, fences, and additions must extend below this depth. Denver uses Accela e-permits for online applications.
About Building Permits in Denver
Building permits in Denver are issued by the City and County of Denver Community Planning and Development (CPD). Most residential permit applications are submitted online through the Denver ePlanning portal at denvergov.org/cpd. Processing times for standard residential projects typically run 5–10 business days for standard residential permits.
2019 Denver Building and Fire Code (DBFC). Denver's Green Building Ordinance requires new residential construction to meet energy efficiency standards or include renewable energy features.
Inspections are scheduled through the Denver ePlanning portal; most residential inspections are available within 1–2 business days.