Electrical Permits

This online system was designed to allow homeowners and contractors to order electrical permits, pay for them using a credit card, and request inspections via the Internet.
 

BEFORE YOU BEGIN...

Make sure your job site address is within the state's jurisdiction for inspection. The state does not inspect in local jurisdictions having their own electrical inspection program. You are responsible for determining the correct inspection authority.

If the county where your job site is located is listed below, please do not continue with the permit application process.
 

No state electrical inspections are performed in these counties
(except public schools & state buildings)

Note to Homeowner

 If you are a homeowner hiring an electrical contractor, your contractor is responsible for obtaining the required permits. Do not continue with the permit application process.

 If you are a homeowner performing your own electrical work, please print the Homeowner Installation Guidelines for information on the inspection process and proper installation procedures.
 

Have the following information handy before entering the online permit system:

• Address of the job site.
• Directions to the job site.
• The cost of materials and labor for the work to be completed.
• Credit card information.
• The square footage of the living space to be wired.
• Name of the power supplier.

Reminder: You cannot use the online system to request permit transfers (transfer of ownership), permit extensions or make informational changes to your permit (property address, spelling corrections, etc.). For any of these services, please contact the Denver office at DORA_ElectricalBoard@state.co.us.
 

**Important Notice Regarding Photovoltaic Installations.  All solar photovoltaic installations, with permits issued July 1, 2013 and later, shall be required to comply with the 2011 NEC Art-690.11 for arc fault protection.
 

Enter the online Permit System
 

Visit the Forms and Guidelines page to download guidelines for Homeowners, Photovoltaic Installers and Well Water Wiring.

 
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