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Logging in as a Contractor

At the Arvada Permits Site contractors are requested to log into the system using their Arvada license number (starts with AEC). If you are new to the system please continue to the steps for "New Contractor."

The following steps will show you how to successfully log into the system with your contractor license if you are a returning user.

Note: Your contractor license must be active with the City of Arvada to use the eTRAKiT system.

Returning Contractors

Step 1: Sign In

Once on the homepage for the Arvada Permits Site, at the top of your screen find the text box next to "Arvada Contractor." Enter in your Arvada license number.

Step 2: Enter License Number & Password

Enter your Arvada license number in the text box that says user name. Enter in your password. If you are new to the system, you will have a temporary password that was provided to you at the time of your license issuance. Select "Login."

Note: If you are logging in for your first time, or it has been 90 days since you changed your password last, you may be prompted to update your password.

Step 3: Dashboard View

Once you are logged into the system, you will see your dashboard. All permits and projects that are linked to you Arvada license number will be displayed here. From the dashboard you can schedule an inspection, pay fees, and re-print permits. All review notes and inspection results can be viewed by selecting the blue permit/project number. For more information, see Monitoring Permit and Project Application Process.

New Contractors

If you are new to the eTRAKiT system, you will need to change your password before applying for permits or scheduling inspections.

Step 1: Initiate Password Reset

One the right of the top bar, select “Forgot Password”
Select “Contractor”. Enter Arvada License. Number that was provide at registration. Select “Reset Password”

Step 2: Review Email

Review email for reset link. An email will be sent to the user account that was provided at registration. When email is received, select the “Reset Password’ link within the email.

Step 3: Create New Password

Create new password and security questions. You will now enter a new personal password for your account and set two security questions. When finished, select “Save and Login” on the screen.

Step 4: Continue to User Dashboard

Select “Continue” and you will now be logged into your account and ready to apply for permits and schedule inspections.

Creating a Public Account
Logging in as a Contractor
Monitoring Permit & Project Application Process
Payments in eTRAKiT
Recovering Password
Researching Permits
Reviewing Attachments
Scheduling Inspections
Starting an Application Online

Logging in as a Contractor

Returning Contractors

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