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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.

Boards and Commissions

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

Landmark Preservation

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

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

Denver to phase out certain gas equipment in commercial buildings

Published on February 27, 2023

New code requirements to help Denver reach its climate action goals will go into effect for existing commercial and multifamily buildings this week. Starting March 1, the new requirements will apply to gas-powered space and water heating and cooling equipment (such as gas water heaters, A/C units, and furnaces) in commercial and multifamily buildings.

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

Honoring American Indian and Indigenous Communities’ Histories

Published on February 27, 2023

On Saturday, February 25, the City and County of Denver hosted a launch party at the Denver Indian Center for the second project in the “Denver in Context” series, which seeks to explore the diverse ethnic and cultural history of Denver.

Tagged as: , Community Planning & Development, Human Rights & Community Partnerships, I Am Denver, Press release

Draft West Area Plan centers quality of life issues

Published on February 14, 2023

Legislative review of plan begins with Planning Board Public Hearing on Wednesday

Tagged as: , Community Planning & Development, News

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Upcoming Events

Downtown Design Advisory Board Meeting

28 Mar 2023 Regular meeting of Downtown Design Advisory Board.

Wellington Webb building, 1.D.1 Conference room. Meetings are required to be in-person for Applicants., 201 W Colfax Ave, 80202

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Let's Get Cooking Series: Learn How to Electrify Your Kitchen!

28 Mar 2023 Join us for a series of webinars with local celebrity chefs to learn about using induction cooking in your kitchen. We are pleased to welcome Chef Mark Kalix and Chef Andrew Forlines to talk about their experiences with induction cooking and to lead you through a cooking demonstration. Let's get cooking!

Tagged as: , Free event, Sustainability, Training, Virtual Event

Near Northwest Area Plan Steering Committee Meeting

28 Mar 2023 Meeting information for the Steering Committee for the Near Northwest Area Plan, covering the neighborhoods of Chaffee Park, Highland, Jefferson Park and Sunnyside.

9 more dates

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