Are you looking to do any major construction or renovation to a building in Northglenn? It is very likely you may need to obtain permits.


Applicable Codes and Design Criteria

• 2021 International Building Code
• 2021 International Residential Code
• 2021 International Existing Building Code
• 2021 International Fire Code
• 2021 International Mechanical Code
• 2021 International Plumbing Code
• 2021 International Fuel Gas Code
• 2021 International Energy Conservation Code
• 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
• 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• 2020 National Electrical Code
• Electrical/Plumbing License Contemporaneous Review Guidelines
• ANSI A117.1-2009 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities
• 1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings

In addition, plans must be reviewed by North Metro Fire Rescue District. 
AdamsCounty Health Department must review commercial projects that include food preparation or child care. 

Snow and Wind Loads

• Snow Load - 30 psf; ground snow load 30 psf
• Wind speed – 130 Ultimate, exposure B – designer shall assess
• Frost depth - 36 inches below finished grade Minimum footing depth – 36 inches
  
  

Related Information

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SAFEbuilt
The city has contracted its building division services through SAFEbuilt since 2009.

Since 1992, SAFEbuilt has provided full-service building department programs, building code plan reviews, complete project support, building code inspections and code enforcement for cities, towns, counties and other public agencies.