Aurora Building Department | Permits, Inspections & Contact

The City of Aurora Building Division handles building permits, plan review, and construction inspections for permitted work within Aurora city limits. Aurora crosses Arapahoe, Adams, and Douglas counties, so confirm that a property is inside the city before using the city permit process; properties outside Aurora may be governed by the relevant county or another municipality.

Aurora’s official permit center handles building, public improvement, sign, lawn and irrigation, and related permits. Applicants can use Aurora4Biz to submit eligible applications, upload plans, pay select fees, review project information, and access online building and development services. The city’s online instructions explain that active projects are managed through the Building Plan Review and Permit Management area. For permit status, plan review, inspection scheduling, or code questions, contact the Permit Center at (303) 739-7420.

Aurora requires inspections at specified stages so construction can be checked against adopted building codes, ordinances, and approved plans. The inspection permit card and approved plans must remain available at the job site. Contractors can request next-day inspections through Aurora4Biz, by email, or by calling the Permit Center; the city asks applicants to have the permit number, project address, inspection type, and callback number ready.

Before a certificate of occupancy is issued, the general contractor must complete all applicable building inspections, including structural, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and life-safety inspections. Aurora also requires engineering and grade inspections and completion of applicable public improvements before issuing a certificate of occupancy. Review the city’s current inspection and occupancy page for project-specific requirements.

Aurora’s zoning framework is contained in the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), which includes the city’s zoning and subdivision regulations. Use the official Zoning Navigator and Aurora Municipal Code links from the city’s Building & Zoning Code page to check a property’s zoning district, permitted uses, development standards, and applicable review requirements before preparing plans.

The Building Division lists its office at 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Aurora, CO 80012 and its main number as (303) 739-7420. Online services and inspection requests are available through Aurora4Biz; in-person appointments and payments are available at the Aurora Municipal Center during the hours published by the city.