Denver Building Permits

Denver requires permits for most construction and renovation work. The City and County of Denver Community Planning & Development (CPD) handles all permit applications through its e-permits system.

๐Ÿ› Denver Community Planning & Development ๐Ÿ” Frost Line: 42 inches ๐Ÿ“… Updated April 2026

Denver Permitting Note: Denver's 42-inch frost line affects all footing and foundation work. Footings for decks, fences, and additions must extend below this depth. Denver uses Accela e-permits for online applications.

Project Types in Denver