Boulder Residential Building Permit Guide

Boulder residential building permit guidance can require site plans, landscaping and street tree plans, solar access plans, building plans, and other project-specific documents.

Permit takeaway

Boulder residential building permit guidance identifies project documents such as site plans, landscaping, street tree plans, and solar access information for certain additions and new construction.

Zoning and placement

Solar access plans may be required for additions or new construction exceeding 12 feet in height in listed residential zones on flat lots.

Building and trade review

Residential submittals should be organized so plan reviewers can clearly assess zoning, building, landscaping, and solar access requirements.

Call before applying when

Call before applying if the project adds height, changes the site plan, affects landscaping, involves street trees, or is in a zone where solar access analysis may apply.

Documents to prepare

• Residential building permit application
• Site plan
• Landscape or street tree plan if required
• Solar access plan if required

Inspection planning

• Submit complete plan set
• Respond to plan review comments
• Schedule required inspections
• Keep final approval records

Official sources

• Boulder Residential Building Permit Guide
• Boulder Building Permits and Inspections

This guide is a planning summary. Always verify the current requirements with the local office before starting work.