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Community Planning and Development

At Community Planning and Development, we work with Denver’s communities to help guide the city’s growth, enhancement and preservation. Our staff prepares city plans and land use regulations as well as reviews, permits, and inspects development applications -- with the objective of ensuring that future construction meets the community-led regulations laid out in Denver's zoning codes and the rigorous standards of the city's building, fire, and energy codes.

City Planning

Making Denver an inclusive, connected, healthy city for its people now and in the future is the overarching vision that guides all planning efforts — whether they cover a small area, such as a transit station or neighborhood, or the entire city.

Welcome to E-permits

Use Denver's online permitting and licensing system.

Do business with us online

Instructions for using our online services during COVID-19, including how to submit permit applications and files electronically or check review times.

Denver Building and Fire Code

View Denver's Building and Fire Code, code policies, guides and more.

Denver Zoning Code

View and download the Denver Zoning Code, the older Former Chapter 59 zoning code, and related zoning code interpretations.

Zoning Permits

Learn how to apply for zoning permits and related services.

Construction Inspections

Schedule and view information on building inspections, including zoning, construction, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and roofing.

Landmark Preservation

Denver's Landmark Preservation oversees the designation, reuse, and maintenance of individual landmarks and historic districts.

Boards and Commissions

Find information for the Denver Planning Board, Landmark Preservation Commission, appeal boards, design review boards, and more.

Contractor Licensing in Denver

Information on contractor licensing and supervisor certificates for construction, trades, and right-of-way work in Denver.

Contact us

Make an appointment to visit in person, find phone and email contacts for divisions and staff, or make a public records request.

News and Events

Stay up-to-date on our latest press releases, newsletters, upcoming events and changes to codes and policies.

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Development Services
Residential and commercial permitting information

Neighborhood Inspections

Still can't find what you're looking for? Email CPDCommunications@denvergov.org. We are happy to help.

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Latest News

Notice of Public Hearing: Energize Denver Building Performance Program

Published on May 30, 2023

The Energize Denver Building Performance team has published a Notice of Public Hearing on proposed rules and regulations that govern the Building Performance program that provide additional detail for buildings 5,000-24,999 sq. ft. and an alternate compliance option for Manufacturing, Agricultural, and Industrial (MAI) buildings.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Sustainability

Denver Launches Heat Pump Rebate for Existing Commercial Buildings

Published on May 23, 2023

Today, Denver’s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency launched a building electrification incentive program to help existing commercial and multifamily buildings, including individual condominium owners, replace their air conditioners, furnaces and water heaters with energy efficient, electric heat pump technology.

Tagged as: , Community Planning & Development, Press release, Sustainability

City Council Adopts Community Vision for Southeast Denver

Published on May 22, 2023

Near Southeast Area Plan Focuses on More Housing Options, Safer Streets and Responding to Climate Change

Tagged as: , Community Planning & Development, News

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Upcoming Events

Landmark Preservation Commission Meeting

06 Jun 2023 Regular meeting of the LPC

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2022 Denver Energy Code Training Series

07 Jun 2023 Want to learn more about what is changing for commercial and multifamily residential buildings when the 2022 Denver Energy Code goes into effect? Join us for a comprehensive training series that will teach you about key changes in the new code. Feel free to join just select trainings or the entire series, which includes content for both commercial and residential project teams.

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Planning Board Meeting

07 Jun 2023 Regular meeting of the Denver Planning Board

Webb Municipal Building, Room 4.F.6/4.G.2, 201 W. Colfax Ave., 80220

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