Denver Permitting Office

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Welcome to the Denver Permitting Office! We work across multiple agencies and departments to ensure that the permitting process for development on private property and the adjacent right-of-way within the City and County of Denver is efficient, consistent, and timely. Our goal is to make the development process seamless, transparent, and customer-centric for everyone — homeowners, contractors, developers, and small business owners alike.

We're here to help you navigate every step of the process. Use this site to find information and resources tailored to your needs.

View Plan Review Turnaround Times

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Visit these links to learn more about permitting in Denver.

180-Day Dashboard

Use this dashboard to see how many days city staff have spent reviewing your project and how the 180-day review limit is calculated.

About the Permitting Office, Policies & Procedures

Find information about the Denver Permitting Office (DPO) including policies and procedures, structure of the DPO and information on key initiatives.

Regulations, Codes and Standards

Commonly referenced regulations, codes, and standards that apply to private development in the City and County of Denver.

Related Departments and External Agencies

Your project may involve reviews or approvals from multiple city departments, as well as external agencies. Learn more about those departments involved in the regulatory, plan review, permit/inspection, and licensing processes, as well as links to key external agencies you will need to work with during the plan review process.