The Building Inspection Division is responsible for assuring that buildings built in the city are safe for the occupants of those buildings. To accomplish this goal, the Building Inspection Division administers the following codes:
| 2009 International Building Code | 2009 International Residential Code |
| 2009 International Fuel Gas Code | 2009 International Mechanical Code |
| 2009 International Plumbing Code | 2009 International Property Maint. Code |
| 2009 International Energy Code | 2009 International Fire Code |
| 2009 Existing Building Code | 2011 National Electrical Code |
Wind Speeds:
City limits: 105 mph, west of Highway 93 call for information.
Exposure C (Engineer can request Exposure B, if satisfactory information is provided)
All roofing products are required to meet the test ASTM 3161 Class F. ASTM 3161 Class F is not
associated with the warranty from the shingle manufacturer-three tabs do meet this test as well as
laminate or dimensional shingles.
The Building Inspection Division is managed by Noel Vargo, and he can be reached directly at 720-898-7611.
Location: 8101 Ralston Rd, Arvada, CO 80001 on the second floor of the City Hall building.
Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday-Friday except for holidays.
Contact: 720-898-7620 (Office), 720-898-7603 (Fax)
Schedule a building inspection, click here.
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