Why Permitting is Actually Pretty Cool

Permits are Cool! Our CEO / Owner, Andrew Fairbairn, wrote this article for the Colorado Real Estate Journal. Wait… did we just say permits are cool? You bet we did – and we stand by it! At Service First Permits, getting permits both locally and nationwide isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. Why? […]

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Breaking Ground at Bluff Lake Nature Center

Breaking Ground  We’re excited to share that Service First Permits has just permitted another remarkable project in Denver – a stunning 5,000+ SF, $5.9 million nature education center!  This incredible project came to life through partnerships with some outstanding collaborators: Bluff Lake Nature Center, Howell Construction, Superbloom Landscape Architecture, Shape Architecture, and Cumming Group. What went […]

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Denver Data Center: A Permitting Success Story

  Downtown Denver Data Center  This project encompassed a variety of scopes, including Site Development Modification, multiple building permit phases, exterior work, and generator deferred submittals. Throughout the process, we obtained several key permits: Site Development Modification Permit, phased Building Permits, Exterior Work Permit, and Generator Deferred Submittal Permit. There were several challenges (such as a […]

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High Fashion, High Standards: YSL Renovation

Designer Retail Upgrades The luxury fashion brand, Saint Laurent (Yves Saint Laurent), recently received some in-store upgrades at the Cherry Creek Shopping Center and we facilitated the permit process for the entire construction timeline. Their construction included a new storefront entry, new millwork, new finishes, modifications to bring the existing mechanical up-to-date, electrical, and plumbing […]

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Bringing Swatch to Cherry Creek

It’s About Time Late this Summer, one of our clients, Swatch (yep, the classic watch brand), opened its doors in the Cherry Creek Shopping Center, their first location in Colorado! The 1,400+ square foot retail space had a scope that included demo / construction with associated MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) work. HERE is a quick read […]

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Denver Central Library Grand Opening

Congratulations are in order…  The Denver Central Library just had their grand reopening celebration!  This 4-year project made possible with the design experts at Studiotrope Design Collective and top-notch builders at GH Phipps Construction Companies – truly incredible companies to work along side. Our Team absolutely ROCKED this complex project! There were many intricacies, including numerous […]

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Postino Sets Up in Charlotte, NC

Postino Expands to Charlotte   We’ve been thrilled to support Upward Projects Restaurant Group as they continue expanding their Postino WineCafe locations nationwide. (Restaurants under their company’s umbrella include Postino, Joyride Taco House, Windsor, and Federal Pizza.) Their latest location, Postino Ballantyne in Charlotte, NC, boasts a stunning design, unique décor, a chic wine bar, and a welcoming outdoor patio. When […]

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Making a Splash with Hydro Pools

A Partnership that Makes a Splash   Since 2021, Hydro Pools have partnered with Service First Permits, turning dreams into reality by designing, installing and permitting custom pools and spas. In collaboration, we’ve navigated the intricate permitting landscape to successfully complete ten projects across Colorado. This includes five residential properties and five apartment community pools […]

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Service First Permits Expands to the PNW

Service First Permits Expands to the Pacific Northwest   We’re excited to announce that Service First Permits has expanded our “boots on the ground” presence! SFP is officially in Portland, Oregon, bringing our streamlined permit management and permit expediting services to the stunning Pacific Northwest. 🎉 Our team is ready to assist with all your […]

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White Pony Express Truly Delivers

White Pony Express Truly Delivers A big CONGRATULATIONS to one of our clients, White Pony Express, who just opened the doors to their new distribution center at the end of last month! Their Concord, California location now has:‍* a temperature-controlled sorting room (heat and air conditioning)* separation of equipment use and volunteer work* 5x the refrigeration […]

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