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Building/Inspections

Mandatory Inspections

  1. Footing — After excavation complete, bulkheads, re-bar and stakes are set but before any concrete is placed.

  2. ProjectionPrior to any back filling. A minimum of one course of foundation block or block and brick set in place.

  3. Basement / Foundation/Floor JoistAfter basement/foundation is complete, including any required parging, damproofing, waterproofing, or drainage systems, but before backfilling. Joist system, blocking is in place but before installing sub-floor. IN FLOODPLAIN AREAS AN ELEVATION CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED AT THIS INSPECTION.

  4. SlabAfter all vapor retarding materials and reinforcement is in place but before any concrete is placed.

  5. Rough-In / Exterior FramingPlumbing, mechanical and electrical rough-ins complete but before insulation is installed. All vertical penetrations caulked. Exterior framing “close in” but before installation of siding. Meter may be requested at this inspection, all grounds and neutrals terminated, one 20amp. Breaker installed on the washer circuit and a GFCI receptacle installed.

  6. Interior Framing / InsulationAfter all rough-ins have been approved but before any concealing materials are placed. (blown in and exposed floor joist insulation can be inspected on final inspection)

  7. Electric MeterAfter electrical fixtures, devices, appliances and equipment have been set.

  8. FinalAfter building or structure is complete, Erosion and sediment measures satisfied, Health Department Operations Certificate complete.

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