Building Services - City of Longmont

Building Services

Old Dickens Opera House view from south west corner of Main St, Longmont, CO.

Contact

303-651-8332

Email

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
(Payments can be made 8 am to 4:30 pm)

Location

Development Services Center

385 Kimbark St.

Longmont, CO 80501

Building Services Department is dedicated to ensuring the safety and compliance of all construction and development in Longmont. We enforce building codes, conduct inspections, issue permits, and ensure that construction practices meet established safety standards to protect the welfare of our residents and the integrity of the city’s infrastructure.

Explore Permitting Process and Guidelines

Applications for Permit

Building Codes

Contractor Information and Resources

Deferred Fees

Inspection Scheduling

Instructions on Submitting a Commercial Building Permit Application

UPDATE: Notice of Temporary Counter Closure – Building Department

The Building Services Department counter at 385 Kimbark St will be closed to the public on Friday, Dec 12 and Monday, Dec 15 so we can upgrade our permitting software. These updates will help us provide better service to our residents and contractors.

 

During this time, in-person services, including permit intake, plan review drop-offs and general counter assistance will not be available. Staff will continue to respond to emails.

 

UPDATED 12/4/2025: During this time, online services will NOT be available.

 

Contact Building.Inspection@LongmontColorado.gov with questions or for assistance. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Adopted Codes and Ordinances

The City of Longmont has adopted the 2021 International Codes, effective January 1, 2022. Our department enforces these standards to ensure safe and compliant construction practices. Below are links to the relevant codes and ordinances:

Copy of Ordinance Adopting the 2021 Edition of the International Codes

National Electrical Code Adopted Amendments

Climatic & Geographic Design Criteria for IBC and IRC

Copy of Ordinance Adopting the 2021 Edition of the International Fire Codes

Schedule Inspections and Check Your Permit Status

Schedule Inspection

Check Permit Status

Frequently Asked Questions

UPDATE: Notice of Building Department Temporary Counter Closure

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