Residential Permit Counter - Community Planning and Development
Webb Municipal Building, 2nd floor
201 W. Colfax Ave
Denver CO 80202
Phone: 720-865-2792
For directions to our office, click here.
This checklist provides a general overview of the permit application process to repair, install or alter a steam or hot water boiler, baseboard or radiant heating system. For questions concerning the policies, procedures, and laws governing permits, please come in person to the Permit Counter at the address above, call 311, or follow the links provided below.
Verify Property Information
Before you begin designing your project, make sure you have the correct property information.
Determine Who Will Do the Work
If you have been living at your primary address for more than one year, you may complete several types of projects yourself—without hiring a contractor—by passing a homeowner exam offered by the City and County of Denver. See below for more details.
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Who Can do the Work?
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Required Licenses / Homeowner Exams
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Hot Water/Boiler Test
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Steam and Hot Water License or
Hot Water License
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About Selecting a Contractor
Selecting a contractor is an important decision for all consumers. Construction contractors are required to be licensed in Denver to ensure qualified individuals perform work in accordance with Denver's Building Code. You should also insist on proof that the contractor is insured and bonded. Check with the insurance company that the contractor's policy is current. Beware of unscrupulous contractors that suggest you, as the homeowner, secure the permit in your name. The permit holder is legally responsible for the completion of the job to code standards.
Application Process
Applications and payments must be submitted in person Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m to the above address.
Due to high volume, we advise that you begin the process before 3:00 p.m. in order to complete everything before we close. To speed processing, please submit documents with complete and accurate information.
REQUIRED PERMITS AND FEES
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Permit Type
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#7 Permit: Steam and Hot Water Heat
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| Other Agency Permits |
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None Required |
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DOCUMENTATION AND REQUIRED INFORMATION
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Homeowner
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Contractor
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| Property Address. Must supply a valid Denver address. |
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| Proof of Ownership. Acceptable proof of ownership includes: Recent Denver Property Tax Statement, recorded Deed, or if recently closed on a home--closing papers with settlement page showing recording fees paid. |
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| Photo ID. Acceptable identification includes: a driver’s license or a non-driver’s ID issued by a State Department of Motor Vehicle. Homeowner driver's license address must match the property address. |
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| Proof of License. Must include one of the following: Original Denver contractor's license (photocopy not accepted), license card, a company check, or a company credit card. |
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| Proof of Completed Homeowner Test. (If work is to be done by homeowner. For more information see section number 2 above on "Who Will Do the Work?" |
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| Designated Worker Form. (If homeowner will get assistance from family or friends.) |
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| Description of Work. A description of the work that includes square footage, length, sizes, etc of materials being installed. |
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| Fair Market Value of Project. An amount a contractor might charge equal to labor, material, profit and overhead. |
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Approval Process
a. Estimated Processing Time: 15 minutes
This project requires only a "Quick Review" which involves verifying that all fields on the permit application are correctly filled out. Due to volume of applicants, you may experience extended wait times prior to application processing.
Due to high volume, we advise that you begin the process before 3:00 p.m. in order to complete everything before we close. To speed processing, please submit documents with complete and accurate information.
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Required?
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| Plan Review and Drawings |
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Upon approval of your permit application, you will be required to pay fees at our Cashier’s Desk where your permit will be issued.
c. Permit Display
Once issued, permits should be displayed in the front window of the property or other visible location where the inspector will have access.
Required Inspections
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Required? |
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Rough-In
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[701] Boiler / Refrigeration Pressure Test
Schedule when the piping is installed/repaired and before it is connected to the appliance. |
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[703] Boiler / Refrigeration Rough-In Inspection
Schedule when the piping is repaired or replaced and before it is connected to the appliance. |
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Final
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[704] Boiler / Refrigeration Final Inspection
Schedule when all work is complete and gas supply and appliances are completely connected.
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Automated Inspection Request System
Call our Automated Inspection Request System at
720-865-2501 to schedule an inspection 24-hours a day. Inspection requests received before 10:00 p.m. will usually be scheduled for the following work day. Occasionally an inspection is scheduled for a later date due to volume of workload. To schedule an inspection using the automated system you will need:
• The permit number which is printed on the bottom of your permit.
• Three-digit inspection code for the inspection type requested. To determine which inspection code to use see above, or for additional inspection information see the
Inspection Type Directory.
At the end of your call, you will be given a verification number and the inspection date. To find out the approximate time of an inspection, contact our office the morning of the scheduled inspection between 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m.
Fax Request System (Use only if automated system is down.)
You may also fax your inspection request to 720-865-2675. Each inspection request should be faxed separately. Indicate the contractor's name, type of permit, type of inspection to be performed (Frame, Foot, Found, W.S., Rough, Final, Partial, Service) and the exact address with unit or floor number. Also include the permit number and the name of the person requesting the inspection.