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Building Inspection

The building official shall make the required inspections, or the building official shall have the authority to accept reports of inspection by approved agencies or individuals. Reports of such inspections shall be in writing and be certified by a responsible officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individual. The building official is authorized to engage such expert opinion as deemed necessary to report on unusual technical issues that arise, subject to the approval of the appointing authority.

Types of Building Inspection Requests

Building Final
Building Slab
Building Framing
Building Insulation
Building Footing
Building Foundation
Building Conference
Certificate of Occupancy

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Requirements

What Are The Requirements?

The provisions of this code shall apply to the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
The purpose of this code is to establish the minimum requirements to provide a reasonable level of safety, public health and general welfare through structural strength, means of egress facilities, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy conservation, and safety to life and property from fire, explosion and other hazards, and to provide a reasonable level of safety to fire fighters and emergency responders during emergency operations.

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What Is The Cost?

Valuation RangeFee Structure
$1,000.00 and lessNo fee, unless inspection required ($40.00 per inspection)
$1,001.00 to $50,000.00$25.00 for the first $1,000.00 + $5.75 for each additional thousand or fraction thereof
$50,001.00 to $100,000.00$295.00 for the first $50,000.00 + $4.75 for each additional thousand or fraction thereof
$100,000.00 to $500,000.00$525.00 for the first $100,000.00 + $3.75 for each additional thousand or fraction thereof
$500,001.00 and up$1,925.00 for the first $500,000.00 + $2.75 for each additional thousand or fraction thereof

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