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Denver’s Building & Land Development Center
Development Services is the one-stop-shop for all of your land development construction projects. We are committed to providing a streamlined development process, from concept to certificate of occupancy. We can help with zoning, plan review, building permits, construction and inspection for all your residential and commercial projects.
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If you’re doing work on a single family home or duplex such as electrical work, plumbing, remodeling a bathroom or kitchen, adding a new garage or deck or second story addition, you’ll need to consider:
Before you start your project, you need to know what regulations apply to your property. The first of these is Zoning, which establishes standards for things like the size and location of structures and acceptable uses for your property, but other factors may affect your property as well.
Look up your property's zoning:
Enter your property address or street intersection:
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To see what your zoning means, have a look at Denver's Zoning Code.
At this point, if you have any questions about your upcoming project please feel free to contact us. We can talk through your project with you and help you determine if it's feasible and what your next steps are.
If you're planning to complete a do-it-yourself (DIY) project, you may need to pass a Home Owner's exam to demonstrate proficiency in different areas.
If you're hiring a contractor to complete your job, look them up here to verify their license and business standing.
Almost all residential building projects in Denver (repairs, remodeling and new construction) need building and zoning permits. Some small projects only need a quick permit, but most projects require a full building permit. The permits you must obtain depend on the complexity of the project. -
Quick, minor repairs Examples: Roofing, siding, minor electrical work, like-for-like plumbing replacement
These projects may be completed with a quick permit -
Small projects/Same day review Examples: Nonstructural alterations including basement finish, remodel of an existing kitchen, bath or other interior remodel
Your project may be eligible for same-day review -
Most projects Examples: New structures, additions or structural alterations including remodeling, repair, renovation, or demolition - No permit required
- In many cases, no permit is required for simple projects that only replace (like-for-like) existing cabinets, countertops, tiling,f looring in the same configuration, or replace (like-for-like) electrical, plumbing or ventilation fixtures.
- No permit is required for tearing down, replacing or repairing drywall, if limited to less than one 4 foot by 8 foot sheet.
Visit the Residential Project Guide to learn more about the permitting process for most residential projects.
After your project is complete, you need to request a building inspection. Our building inspectors strive to complete residential inspections within 1 business day of receiving the request.
Residential Project Guide
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If you’re constructing, repairing or altering a building such as a warehouse, factory, office, hospital, or any number of multi-family buildings like apartments, condominiums, and townhomes, you’ll need to consider:
A use permit is a document granting the applicant/owner of a lot, building, or structure permission for the requested use. "Use" can be defined as any activity, occupation, business or operation transacted in a building or on a lot/tract of land.
For more info, and to apply for or update a use permit, visit the "Zoning Use Permit" page.
The Concept / Pre-Application Phase of the site plan review process is designed to provide the applicant with the opportunity to identify all significant and major issues that will affect the basic design and feasibility of the project.
The advantage to reviewing your project in the concept / pre-application stage is that you can check the feasibility of your project before making any significant investment. See our Site Plan Review Process page for more information.
Generally, site plan reviews apply to projects:
- with 10,000 square feet of land or more
- with more than one principle structure
- in mixed-use or industrial districts
- with subdivisions
- with complex issues
If your project fits those criteria, you need a site plan review.
All new development and redevelopment within the City and County of Denver requires Transportation, Sanitary Sewer and Storm Drainage review by Site Engineering staff.
View plan requirements, standards and details, and find the engineer assigned to your location for Transportation Engineering and Wastewater Engineering.
All construction, repair and alteration done to any commercial and multi-family property within the city and county of Denver needs a permit.
To find out what type of permit your project needs and how to apply, visit the Commercial & Multi-Family Building Permits page.
Here are some things to consider when beginning construction:
- If you're using an adjacent lot for storage and parking, you'll need a temporary use permit.
- You'll also need signage permits if you're putting up any signs.
- If you're running a generator on your site, you'll need a Fire Operating Permit from the Fire Prevention Unit of Denver Fire Department.
A Certificate of Occupancy provides official verification that the building is in full compliance with current building codes, and is safe for occupancy. It is issued by the building department once the inspector has signed the final approval.
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DS Strategic Plan
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DS Strategic Plan
Development Services announces the release of its strategic plan for the years 2012 through 2015, DevelopDENVER.
The plan outlines strategic goals for continued improvements of the plan review, permitting and inspection services of residential and commercial projects.
DS Strategic Plan (PDF)
Executive Summary (PDF)
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