Public Works Department – Building Division Permit Center – Suite 2400 14949 E. Alameda Parkway 303-739-7420
	Accredited by IAS –International Accreditation Service.  Colorado’s FIRST and ONLY Building Department to achieve this recognition.  Permit Center – Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 7:30* a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday *8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Important changes that will impact our customers will be posted below: To our valued customers. On June 1, 2009, the Building Division implemented a new and innovative approach to improve our customer service and efficiency. You will now receive service from one group of specialized personnel within the Building Division who will be able to assist you with your permitting needs. Many functions, such as the issuance of sign and fence permits, will now be handled in one central location. We will do everything possible to make this transition as seamless as possible. As information is updated click on Zoning for changes.
What type of work will you be doing?
Air Conditioning			Licensing for Contractors			Single Family Home
Basement Finish			Licensing for Supervisors			Solar Photovoltaic Systems
Carport			Mobile Home			Tenant Finish
Commercial Building			Multi-Family			Water heater
Day Care/Assisted living			Patio Cover			Zoning
Deck			Pool
Demolition			Plumbing
Electrical			Racking
Elevators & Escalators			Re-roof
Fence			Rooftop Antenna			Click here for ICC Website
Fire Alarm			School
Fire Sprinkler			Service upgrade
Fireplace			Shed
Furnace			Siding
Ground Fuel Storage			Signs
Fireplace
What type of information are you looking for?
Building Statistics
Contractor licensing
Contractor lookup (Licensed)
Adopted Codes
2006 International Building Code				2006 International Fuel Gas Code
2006 International Residential Code				2008 National Electrical Code
2006 International Mechanical Code				2003 ICC/ANSI A117.1
2006 International Plumbing Code				2006 International Energy Conservation Code
2006 International Fire Code				(Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities)
Online Services
(Limited) Online Permits		FAQs regarding our online services
(licensed contractors only) Online Inspections
To register: Online Agreement
Schedule and view inspections. Tutorial (Under Construction).
Fee Schedules
Plan review fees must be paid at time of submittal.
Fee Determination Assessment
Electrical Fees
Fee schedule for determining costs for counter permits
Effective January 1, 2009, separate plan reviews and building permits will be required for the installation of all fire protection systems required to be installed in conjunction with the construction of a building, addition, or alteration. These systems include: Fire Sprinkler Systems Standpipe Systems Fire Alarm Systems Commercial Kitchen Hood Suppression Systems FM-200 or Halon Suppression Systems, and Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems Racking Systems Emergency Access Gating Systems UST/AST Tank installations

Fee Determination Assessment Calculator Note: Counter permits will not be assessed a plan review fee.

    

Frequently used forms
Engineering loads
Fax Inspections Transmittal form		GIVE US YOUR FEEDBACK!
Permit Application		Customer Satisfaction Survey
Permit Application (Word) Fill in form
Plan Review Revision Submittal
Plot Plan
Request for Modification
BUILDING DIVISION ORDINANCE:
Building Codes
City code is codified on a quarterly basis. To obtain a copy of the complete Aurora Municipal code visit www.municode.com
	For Homeowners:
	When a building permit has been issued for any construction within the City, the homeowner listed on the permit carries the responsibility and liability for all of the construction work and for ensuring that all facets of the project conform to the applicable regulations and code provisions of the City of Aurora. Types of inspections will vary depending on the scope of work. The order they are called for is important. Our staff will assist you with questions, or you can request a consultation with one of our inspectors. Homeowner Agreement and Statement of Understanding
For information on how to obtain inspections: Inspections
Learn how to become a licensed contractor in the City of Aurora: Licensing requirements
The following links are to departments that are often associated with the Building Division:
The Finance Department, specifically Tax and Licensing has a handout called the Tax Guideline for Building Permit. This will answer many questions you may have regarding the use tax that is paid for on a permit.
Municipal Records will have historical records for building permits and/or building plans. Routine or non routine requests can better be answered by the City Clerk’s office on when to use a Open Records Request.
The Public Works Department, specifically Public Improvement Inspections will assist you with retaining walls, driveways, sidewalk, curb and gutter as well as concrete and asphalt within the Right-of-Way. 303-739-7350.
Contact us: bldginsp@auroragov.org for questions regarding the construction of a building.