Building Inspection
Call For The Following Required Inspections
To clarify when it is necessary for the owner or contractor to notify this office of a required inspection, the following guidelines are provided. In addition to the called inspections specified above, the Building Official may make, or require, any other inspections of any construction work to determine compliance with the provisions of the code.
Arrangements for inspections may be made by calling (360) 262-9344 ext. 301. For scheduling purposed, 24-hour notice is required for all inspections. In order to accomplish this, advance planning by the owner or contractor must be done to avoid unnecessary construction delays.
Post Holes: After all holes are dug and concrete placed in bottom of hole
Set Backs: Set backs from property lines are based on furthest point of build. i.e. gutter line. All construction must meet set back requirements from property lines.
Footings: After forms are set, rebar is in place, and prior to pouring.
Foundation: Concrete Walls: After forms are set and braced, rebar is in place, and prior to pouring.
CMU Walls: After completion of mortaring all blocks in place and prior to setting any plates. All bond beams or other reinforced cells to be inspected before grouting.
Under Slab: After all plumbing groundwork installed and tested with all copper and ABS wrapped or sleeved if in contact with concrete; moisture barrier installed and any required slab insulation installed.
NOTE: The Building Official may require the removal of any foundation work done or concealed without the required inspection.
Fireplace/Chimney: At top of firebox.
Shear Nailing: Prior to cover
Rough Plumbing: After all rough plumbing including drains, vents, and water supply lines are completed and tested.
Rough Mechanical: After all ductwork installed and properly supported.
Framing: After completion of all rough framing and windows installed; masonry, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical rough-in is done; prior to installation of insulation or sheetrock.
Insulation: After approval of framing inspection, insulation installed and caulking completed prior to installation of any sheetrock.
Sheetrock: After insulation inspection approved, sheetrock installed and prior to taping and finishing.
Final: All systems installed and building ready for occupancy.
NOTE: Any structural framework, rough plumbing, or rough mechanical covered or concealed without the approval of the Building Official may be subject to removal by the owner or contractor at the request of the Building Official.
