Ever pulled a permit for a project and wondered what types of inspections are required?
Many people have this question and it can greatly vary depending on what type of project you are working on and the jurisdiction having authority.
Keep in mind that there are inspections required by your jurisdiction that the local city building inspector comes by to inspect and there are other inspections that the code talks about such as special inspections, deputy inspections, etc…, that are done by other third party consultants that your local building inspector will ask to see if you have done so through a report. These vary by project.
However for now lets layout the inspections required by code that your local jurisdiction would typically inspect.
Footing and Foundation inspections
Concrete slab and under-floor inspections
Floodplain inspections, if determined by code that your building in located in a flood hazard area
Plumbing, mechanical, gas and electrical system inspections
Framing and masonry inspections
Lath, gypsum board and gypsum panel product inspections
Fire-resistance-rated construction inspections & fire/smoke-resistant penetrations
Energy efficiency inspections
Special inspections
Final inspections
Other inspections deemed necessary by the Building Official to show compliance with the provisions of the code and other laws enforced by the local building and safety department.
You can find a detailed description of each inspection in Section 110 of the International Building Code or Section R109 of the International Residential Code.