Interior Prep Demolition Permits

Overview

This webpage provides general information on the City and County of Denver's rules for interior prep demolition permits. This is for interior demolition work which will be phased prior to the construction of an upcoming remodel. This is an option for projects where the design is not ready for permit submittal, but demolition would be necessary for safety or would be helpful to understand the scope of work. Review the following information before applying for a non-structural interior prep demolition permit. 

Examples of projects which may utilize this type of demolition are:

  • Removal of fire- or flood-damaged finishes.
  • Investigative drywall removal to understand existing structure size and location.
  • Preparing for a “white boxing” remodel of an office/retail space.

An interior prep demolition permit has the following limitations:

  • Only non-structural demolition is permitted.
  • Any existing fire suppression systems must be maintained.
  • Patch back work is not permitted.
  • Demolition or alteration of rated walls, ceilings, and assemblies is not permitted.
  • Required egress elements, such as doors, stairs, ramps, etc., may not be altered.

How to Apply

  1. Login to Denver E-Permits portal.
  2. Under the Development Services tab, select “Apply for a Permit.”
  3. Scroll down to “Submit Building Plans for Review” and select the “Demolition Permit” option before continuing with the application.
  4. The application will prompt several questions, the first of which will ask the type of demolition. Select “Non-Structural Interior Prep Demolition” from the drop-down menu before proceeding with the rest of the application.

Required Information

  • Project address.
  • Property owner name and contact information.
  • Contractor name, license number, and license type. See the policy on classification of licenses, registrations and certificates.  
  • Description of the scope of work, the space where demolition will occur, and the extent of interior demolition.
  • Verify if the space is sprinklered. Any existing fire suppression systems must be maintained.
  • List the valuation of the work done under the demolition permit.
  • Upload the homeowner application document, if applicable.
  • Provide an acknowledgement of requirements and approved scopes of work for non-structural, interior prep demolition permits.
  • Pay permit fees. Inspection fees may be assessed later.

Required Documents

If an applicant is applying as a homeowner, they are required to submit a Homeowner (owner-occupier) permit (Homeowner (owner-occupier) permit requirements ). No other documents are required for non-structural, interior prep demolition permits.

Contact Information

For questions regarding demolition to one- and two- family properties, contact Residential.permits@denvergov.org.

For townhouse, multifamily, and commercial projects, contact ArchStruc.Review@denvergov.org.

 

 

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