Instant Pre-Screening
The City of Centennial provides access to Cembla's Instant Pre-Screening for qualifying permit types. Instant Pre-Screening results in fewer review cycles and faster turnaround times. If you wish to use Instant Pre-Screening, your application package will be reviewed by AI, and correction comments will be provided immediately to you in this portal. Once you resolve comments and receive a pre-screening score greater than 75%, submit your full application package via email to building@centennialco.gov.
To get started, click "Start My Pre-Screen" for one of the options below.
How Instant Pre-Screening Works
Est. time for initial review comments: ~1 to 2 weeks (compared to 4 - 6 weeks for traditional initial review)
Pre-Screen Your Application Package
(10 - 15 minutes)
Click "Start My Pre-Screen" and upload your plan set and documents
Revise Your Application Package
(15 - 120 minutes)
Revise your plans to comply with codes and requirements
Submit Application Package
(5 - 15 days)
City staff will review for completeness and provide initial review comments
Permit Types Available For Instant Pre-Screening:
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
Building permits for accessory dwelling units including detached ADUs, attached ADUs, and junior ADUs. AI reviews for compliance with building codes, zoning requirements, setbacks, and design standards.
Single-Family Residence
Building permits for new single-family homes. AI reviews for compliance with building codes, energy standards (CALGreen), structural requirements, and site development standards.
Residential Addition
Building permits for additions to existing structures. Our AI reviews for compliance with building codes, structural requirements, and regulations for additions to existing buildings.
Residential Alteration
Building permits for remodels and alterations to existing structures. AI reviews for compliance with building codes, structural requirements, and regulations for modifications to existing buildings.
The City will be adding additional permit types for Instant Pre-Screening. Check back soon for updates on additional qualifying projects.