Commerce City, COLORADO Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Commerce City issues permits within Commerce City limits; unincorporated land outside city limits is not under Commerce City permitting authority.

Department

Commerce City Building Safety Division, Community Development

Address

South Platte Crossing Building, 7190 Colorado Blvd., 6th Floor, Commerce City, CO 80022

Phone

303-289-3790

Email

cdpermits@c3gov.com

Website

https://www.c3gov.com/doing-business/developing-in-commerce-city/building-permits

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Start with Commerce City's step-based permit pages and identify the project type and code path.
2. Create an eTRAKiT account and select the right permit type.
3. Submit application materials and plans; only complete submittals move into review.
4. Complete contractor licensing and respond to review comments.
5. Pay plan-review fees at application and remaining fees before permit issuance.
6. Download the issued permit, keep approved plans on site, and schedule inspections in eTRAKiT.

Typical processing time: Not posted as a single citywide estimate on the main permit page reviewed.

Source: Commerce City Building Safety Division, Community Development

General Requirements

Commerce City requires permits for new construction and alterations reviewed by Building Safety and associated departments.

Required Documents

• Plans and forms as applicable to permit type
• Supporting documents per Step 2 review requirements
• Minimum submission requirements vary by permit type

Permit validity

Not clearly summarized on the public page reviewed; verify under the Commerce City Building Code and permit conditions.

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.

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.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$30.41 for valuation from $1 to $500

Plan check fee

Plan review fees are due at the time of permit application.

Permit fee formula

Valuation-based permit fees plus use tax and other review-agency fees depending on project complexity.

Payment note

All fees can be paid online using eTRAKiT.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

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

Inspections

How to Schedule

• 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 inspection sequence: Permit issuance, required construction-stage inspections before concealment, correction/reinspection if needed, then completion/occupancy.

Additional Resources

• 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.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• eTRAKiT Portal
• City Fees
• License lookup guide: Colorado Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Colorado Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Colorado hub: Colorado Contractor License & Permit Hub

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