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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Greenwood Village
Generally required for any new building, addition, alteration, repair, change in use, or site improvement.
- Exempt Painting
- Exempt Floor coverings
- Exempt Similar finish work
- Exempt Kitchen cabinet installation (although plumbing permits may still be needed for fixture reconnection)
- Stamped plans where applicable
- Code summary/building information
- Architectural and engineering sheets
- Fire protection drawings if applicable
- Geotechnical report if required
- Other project documents
- Building code
- Public-facing materials reviewed were mixed. The permit page references IECC 2018 in submission requirements, while the city maintains a separate Adopted Codes and Manuals page for the current package. Verify current code editions directly there before filing.
- Contractor requirements
- Greenwood Village licenses contractors locally; the city publishes contractor license classes and online registration/renewal.
Application process
Typical processing: 3 business days for permits with no review, 10 business days for standard reviews, 15 business days for residential single-family homes/additions/remodels, 5 business days for detached accessory structures and decks, and 20 business days for food-service projects.
- 01 Create a new application in the Online Access Portal.
- 02 Upload all required documents, using the city's file naming and PDF formatting rules.
- 03 Wait for plan review; the city emails either correction requests or invoice-access instructions.
- 04 Pay the invoice as directed.
- 05 After issuance, use the portal for project tracking and related permit activity.
Typical processing time: 3 business days for permits with no review, 10 business days for standard reviews, 15 business days for residential single-family homes/additions/remodels, 5 business days for detached accessory structures and decks, and 20 business days for food-service projects.
Fee schedule
Effective 2024
Portal-based invoicing is part of the application workflow.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2024) before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
Typical sequence: Inferred from the city's permit framework and varies by scope, typically rough inspections for applicable systems followed by final approval.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Greenwood Village permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Greenwood Village, CO? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Greenwood Village, CO? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Greenwood Village, CO? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Greenwood Village, CO? ▸
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Greenwood Village, CO? ▸
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Greenwood Village, CO? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Community Development Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.