Renovating your home or planning a major addition in Denver? Before you swing a hammer, you’ll likely need a permit — and getting one isn’t always as fast or simple as it should be. Whether you’re remodeling a kitchen, adding a second floor, finishing a basement, or building a new garage, the City of Denver requires residential permits for most structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work.
Unfortunately, the traditional permit process can be slow and confusing. Applications often get delayed due to:
- Missing or incomplete documentation
- Zoning issues or plan review problems
- Confusion about which codes or standards apply
- Long backlogs at the city level, especially during peak construction seasons
These delays don’t just stall your project — they can drive up labor costs, delay inspections, and create friction with contractors and tenants.
What Types of Projects Typically Require Permits?
Some common home renovation and addition projects that require a permit in Denver include:
- Home additions (second stories, expanded living spaces)
- Kitchen and bathroom remodels involving structural or utility changes
- Deck construction or replacement
- Basement finishing (especially when adding bathrooms or bedrooms)
- Garage or carport builds
- Electrical panel upgrades or rewiring
- Plumbing relocations or additions
How Permit TODAY Speeds Things Up
At Permit TODAY, we specialize in navigating Denver’s residential permit process — fast. Our team knows exactly what the city requires, how to prepare a clean application, and how to avoid common pitfalls that cause delays.
Here’s how we help:
- Pre-screen your project to make sure it qualifies for expedited review
- Prepare and submit all necessary documentation
- Coordinate directly with Denver’s permitting officials
- Push your application through the right channels
- Resolve compliance issues quickly if they arise
We’ve helped homeowners across Denver get their permits approved in days — not weeks or months — so they can stay on schedule and avoid unnecessary costs.
Don’t let paperwork and red tape hold up your renovation. Contact Permit TODAY to get your Denver home renovation or addition project permitted and underway fast.