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Building Inspections
Building inspections ensure that projects are constructed in compliance with codes and the approved permit and plans. View a list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Prior to scheduling your inspection, please have the following information available:
Information You Need Before Scheduling an Inspection
Prior to scheduling your inspection, please have the following information available:
- Project number (last 6 digits), contractor's name and phone number
- Project address, including floor number, suite number etc.
- Type of inspection needed
- Date desired for inspection
Virtual Inspections
List of possible Virtual Inspections:
- Bathroom and Kitchen Plumbing, Elec., Mech
- Cell Tower Antenna - New and Replacements
- Drywall
- Exterior Siding
- Fireplace Inserts
- Gas Line Air Tests
- Insulation
- Light Foundations and Footings
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- PV Solar - Ground Mount
- PV Solar - Roof Mount
- Re-Roofs
- Rebar, Hold Downs
- Retaining Wall Footings
- Sewer Repairs
- Shower Pan
- Signs
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- Slab on Grade
- Stucco Mesh
- Temporary Power Poles
- Trash Enclosures
- UFER Ground
- Water Heaters
- Water Re-Pipes
- Water Service
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Schedule an Inspection
There are some important facts to keep in mind when scheduling an inspection:
- Any next business day inspection requests must be scheduled online before 3:00 pm.
- The Citizen Self-Service (CSS) portal is available 24 hours a day, seven days per week.
- AM/PM inspection requests are only noted as a preference and cannot be guaranteed.
- Please expect a phone call from your inspector before 9:00 am the morning of your inspection, at which point you will receive your 2-hour inspection window and confirmation of either an in-person or virtual inspection.
- Inspections are scheduled in the order they are received until all available inspection slots are filled.
- Inspections are performed between 9:00am-5:00pm.
Cancel an Inspection
Please call (650) 522-7172. We strive to perform timely, accurate, and efficient inspections.