City of Aurora
Aurora home permits
General info only. Check with a licensed pro and your local building department.
Aurora's Home Improvement Handbook lists common projects that need a permit. Call the Permit Center if unsure.
Office: Aurora Building Division
| Topic | What the office says | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Permits generally required for | New buildings (sheds, detached garages), major additions, decks, garages, fireplaces, pools, water heaters, major renovations (garage conversions, basement finishes, kitchen expansions, re-roofing), electrical, plumbing and HVAC changes or repairs, new seed/sod or sprinkler systems. | Official page checked 2026-10-30 |
| Usually no permit | Replacing cabinets, countertops, sinks, toilets and appliances. Moving a sink, toilet or tub, or gas-to-electric range changes do need permits. | Official page checked 2026-10-30 |
| Sheds | Permit required for sheds larger than 120 sq ft. | Official page checked 2026-10-30 |
| Roof replacement | Requires a building permit; homeowners can do the work themselves. | Official page checked 2026-10-30 |
| Contact | Building Permit Center 303.739.7420. | Official page checked 2026-10-30 |
| Fee amounts | Unknown Unknown — the official page we checked doesn't say. Ask the office. | Official page checked 2026-10-30 |
| Typical review time | Unknown Unknown — the official page we checked doesn't say. Ask the office. | Official page checked 2026-10-30 |
Basic steps
- Talk to the Building Division
- Submit plans
- Pay for the permit once approved
- Pass inspections
Fees
Unknown No fee page confirmed yet.
Inspections
- City inspectors check the work matches approved plans (handbook)
Checked 2026-10-30. Rules change — confirm with the office. See something wrong? Tell us.