City Building Permits

Durango, CO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Durango, Colorado. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Colorado La Plata County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Inside City of Durango limits, including the county seat.

Department
Community Development, Building Division
Address
949 E 2nd Avenue, Durango, CO 81301
Phone
970-375-5000
Website
https://www.durangoco.gov/214/Building

Online Permit Portal

Open OpenGov

Platform: OpenGov • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Application Process

  1. Review submittal requirements and confirm whether the project is residential, commercial, or multi-family.
  2. Prepare plans, stamps, site plans, MEP sheets, and any deferred submittals required by the city.
  3. Submit through the OpenGov portal.
  4. City reviews plans against adopted codes and wildfire requirements.
  5. Permit is issued after review and payment of applicable fees.

Source: Community Development, Building Division

General Requirements

The city uses a building permit process for construction work inside city limits.

Required Documents

  • Cover sheet
  • Sheet index
  • Site plans
  • MEPs
  • Life safety sheets for commercial and multi-family projects
  • Additional project data required in submittal package
Building code
Effective January 1, 2026, the city enforces the 2024 International Codes. Effective April 1, 2026, the city begins enforcing the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code. Plumbing and gas permits begin July 1, 2026 through the city building division; electrical permits are handled by the State of Colorado.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Community Development, Building Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Community Development, Building Division before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Durango Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Durango, CO?
The city uses a building permit process for construction work inside city limits.
How do I apply for a building permit in Durango, CO?
1. Review submittal requirements and confirm whether the project is residential, commercial, or multi-family. 2. Prepare plans, stamps, site plans, MEP sheets, and any deferred submittals required by the city. 3. Submit through the OpenGov portal. 4. City reviews plans against adopted codes and wildfire requirements. 5. Permit is issued after review and payment of applicable fees.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Durango, CO?
Inspections can be scheduled via: OpenGov portal.

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