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Tenant Improvement

Commercial TI that keeps your business moving.

Full-scope tenant improvement from demolition through certificate of occupancy. We handle permitting, subcontractor coordination, inspections, and punch list.

Whether you are building out a new lease, reconfiguring an existing space, or renovating for a new tenant, we deliver commercial TI projects on time, on budget, and without surprises. Our process is built around heavy communication so you always know where your project stands.

What We Handle

Every phase of your tenant improvement project falls under one contract, one schedule, and one point of accountability.

  • Complete interior demolition and build-out
  • Permitting and code compliance across 40+ Colorado jurisdictions
  • Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination
  • ADA compliance and accessibility upgrades
  • Finish work: flooring, paint, millwork, ceiling systems
  • Fire suppression and life safety modifications
  • IT and low-voltage rough-in coordination
  • Final inspections and certificate of occupancy

Built for Occupied Buildings

Most TI projects happen in occupied buildings with other tenants, customers, and operations that cannot be disrupted. We plan around your neighbors, coordinate with property management, and phase work to minimize impact. Dust containment, noise management, and after-hours work are standard parts of our planning, not afterthoughts.

Multi-Tenant and Phased Renovations

Rolling renovations across multiple suites or floors require precise sequencing. We build phased schedules that keep portions of your building operational while construction progresses. Each phase gets its own timeline, its own inspections, and its own punch list so nothing slips through the cracks.

What a Commercial TI Costs in Denver

Denver commercial TI costs depend on scope and finish level: a basic office build-out (paint, carpet, basic lighting, minimal walls) runs $45 to $75 per square foot; a standard office TI with private offices, conference rooms, and new MEP runs $80 to $130/SF; plumbing-heavy medical space runs $120 to $200/SF; and restaurant or food-service space runs $150 to $300+/SF. Your tenant improvement allowance — typically $15 to $60+/SF in the Denver market — offsets part of that. We provide a detailed line-item estimate before any work begins, so you know exactly where the money goes and where your allowance ends.

Process and Timeline

Most tenant improvements take 6 to 16 weeks of construction depending on size and complexity. A straightforward office renovation runs 6 to 8 weeks; a build-out with heavy MEP work, permitting, and inspections typically runs 12 to 16 weeks, with jurisdiction permitting adding lead time before construction starts. We build a detailed schedule before breaking ground, send weekly progress updates with photos, and keep a look-ahead schedule so you always know what happens next.

Why Snyder

What you get working with us.

Direct access to your project manager, not a call center
Weekly progress updates with photos and look-ahead schedule
Transparent pricing with no padded change orders
Clean jobsites and professional crews, always
Under 24-hour response time, guaranteed
40+ Colorado jurisdictions permitted and delivered
FAQ

Tenant improvement FAQs.

How much does a commercial tenant improvement cost in Denver?

Commercial TI costs in Denver vary by scope and finish level. A basic office build-out runs $45 to $75 per square foot, a standard office TI with private offices and new MEP runs $80 to $130/SF, medical space runs $120 to $200/SF, and restaurant space runs $150 to $300+/SF. As a benchmark, a 3,000 SF standard office TI in Denver runs between $240,000 and $390,000. Snyder provides a detailed line-item estimate before work begins.

What is a tenant improvement allowance and how does it work?

A tenant improvement allowance (TIA) is money your landlord contributes toward building out your space, negotiated in the lease and usually quoted per square foot. In the Denver metro, TIAs typically range from $15/SF on the low end to $60+/SF for Class A office space. Costs above the allowance are paid by the tenant, which is why a detailed estimate before lease signing protects you.

How long does a commercial tenant improvement take?

Most tenant improvements take 6 to 16 weeks of construction. A straightforward office renovation runs 6 to 8 weeks, while a build-out with significant mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work typically runs 12 to 16 weeks. Jurisdiction permitting adds lead time before construction starts, and Snyder manages that process across 40+ Colorado jurisdictions.

Can you build out my space while the building stays occupied?

Yes. Most TI projects happen in occupied buildings with other tenants and operations that cannot be disrupted. Dust containment, noise management, after-hours scheduling for disruptive work, and coordination with property management are standard parts of our planning.

Who handles permits and inspections for a tenant improvement?

Snyder does. We manage the entire permitting process with the local jurisdiction, schedule all required inspections, and coordinate with the building department through certificate of occupancy. You should never have to call the city yourself.

Service Areas

Serving the Denver metro.

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