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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Commerce City
Commerce City requires permits for new construction and alterations reviewed by Building Safety and associated departments.
Note: A consolidated public exemption list was not clearly posted on the main permit pages reviewed. Use the city's permit-type guidance and call Building Safety before assuming work is exempt.
- Plans and forms as applicable to permit type
- Supporting documents per Step 2 review requirements
- Minimum submission requirements vary by permit type
- Building code
- Commerce City states projects must comply with the current Commerce City Building Code and adopted codes; verify current edition by permit date from the city code page.
- Permit validity
- Not clearly summarized on the public page reviewed; verify under the Commerce City Building Code and permit conditions.
- Owner-builder
- Homeowner guidance is available through 'Building on My Property', but owner-builder rules are not summarized on the main permit page reviewed.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractor licensing is handled through eTRAKiT; city forms require the contractor license to be current and in good standing; electrical inspectors must also hold Colorado licensure where applicable.
Source: Commerce City Building Safety Division, Community Development ↗
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Start with Commerce City's step-based permit pages and identify the project type and code path.
- 02 Create an eTRAKiT account and select the right permit type.
- 03 Submit application materials and plans; only complete submittals move into review.
- 04 Complete contractor licensing and respond to review comments.
- 05 Pay plan-review fees at application and remaining fees before permit issuance.
- 06 Download the issued permit, keep approved plans on site, and schedule inspections in eTRAKiT.
Source: Commerce City Building Safety Division, Community Development ↗
Fee schedule
Commerce City building permit fees
All fees can be paid online using eTRAKiT.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- eTRAKiT scheduling (online)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; civic-center contact hours Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Typical sequence: Permit issuance, required construction-stage inspections before concealment, correction/reinspection if needed, then completion/occupancy.
Source: Commerce City Building Safety Division, Community Development ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Commerce City permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Commerce City, CO? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Commerce City, CO? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Commerce City, CO? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Commerce City, CO? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Commerce City Building Safety Division, Community Development before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.