We now offer our full suite of services virtually. Limited in-person services are available at the customer service hub located on the first floor of 1101 Arapahoe Ave. Please see How to Connect with Planning & Development Services to learn about the best ways to connect with staff.

We are working to implement an updated and more efficient application process. Applications are available through the Customer Self-Service Portal (CSS) to submit online.

  • Permit Processing
    • Single Trade Online Submittals: 2 business days
    • Full Review: up to 8 weeks
      • Initial completeness check and plan check fee invoicing: 5 business days
      • Permit Review (begins after completeness check and plan check fee payment):
        New Construction Permits: 7 weeks
        Other Scopes of Work: 4 weeks
    • Inspections: 1 day out
  • Inquiry Responses: 3 business days
  • Licensing
    Contractor Licensing: 1 business day
    Rental Licensing: 2 business days

Tips for a successful submittal

  • Have your materials prepared by someone familiar with Boulder’s regulations
  • Refer to application checklists and guides in the Applications & Forms Database
  • Incomplete application materials will result in delays