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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Greeley
Permits are required for any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change occupancy of a building or structure, or install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems.
Note: Greeley does not publish a single clear exemption list on the main page reviewed. Exempt work should be verified directly with Building Inspection before construction. Applicants should use permit handouts and direct staff confirmation for small accessory, finish, and repair items.
- Application
- Project plans
- Electronic plan sets
- Homeowner affidavit for owner-builder work
- Project-specific supporting materials
- Building code
- Greeley states the 2021 I-Codes became effective January 1, 2023, and the 2023 NEC became effective January 1, 2024.
- Owner-builder
- Greeley publishes a 2024 Homeowner Affidavit and uses owner affidavit forms for owner-builder applications.
- Contractor requirements
- The public pages reviewed did not publish one consolidated local contractor licensing page for all building trades. State plumbing and electrical licensure still applies where required by Colorado law.
Application process
Typical processing: Typical review periods are 10 business days for remodels, re-writes, footing and foundation permits, tenant finish, and additions or remodels; 20 working days for new residential and new commercial construction.
- 01 Confirm the permit type and whether the work is exempt using the Building Inspection page and permit handouts.
- 02 Prepare the application and related plans in PDF format and submit through eTRAKiT.
- 03 Building Inspection checks the submittal for completeness and calculates the plan review fee.
- 04 Pay the plan review fee in full before the project is accepted into the plan review queue.
- 05 Respond to redlines or correction comments and resubmit electronically if revisions are required.
- 06 After approval, pay remaining permit fees and download the issued permit and stamped plans.
- 07 Keep approved plans on site, request inspections, and complete final approvals before occupancy or closeout.
Typical processing time: Typical review periods are 10 business days for remodels, re-writes, footing and foundation permits, tenant finish, and additions or remodels; 20 working days for new residential and new commercial construction.
Fee schedule
Effective 2025
Credit card payments through eTRAKiT carry a 2.8 percent convenience fee; eCheck has no convenience fee
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2025) before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- eTRAKiT portal (online)
- 970-350-9830 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: Project dependent, but city materials reference rough and final inspections and require approved plans to remain on site.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Greeley permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Greeley, CO? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Greeley, CO? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Greeley, CO? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Greeley, CO? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Greeley, CO? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Greeley Building Inspection before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.