We have a temporary permit review backlog due to the unusually high number of applications submitted before the Building Codes became effective in November Permit review times are currently taking up to 4 weeks longer than normal. We apologize for the inconvenience. After your building permit is issued, we inspect your work to make sure it is done according to the approved plans and the applicable building codes. As a permit holder, it is your responsibility to call and request each inspection.
Unless your building project requires special inspections , the following inspections may be required, most of which can be performed more than once:. Other related work, such as mechanical, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, side sewer, and water services, requires separate permits and separate inspections. After the final inspection, we will grant approval to occupy. In the case of projects other than single-family homes and duplexes, we may require and issue a Certificate of Occupancy after final approval.
Our inspectors can be reached between - a. By contacting your inspector, you can work out the arrival details of your inspection. We can not guarantee specific arrival times. Pre-Construction Meetings: Contact our structural building inspector at or our automated inspection request line at You must schedule these meetings several days to a week in advance. You must have your approved plans with cover sheet at these meetings. SDCI issues land use, construction, and trade permits, conducts construction and housing-related inspections, ensures compliance with our codes, and regulates rental rules.
SDCI is committed to an antiracist workplace and to addressing racism through our work in the community. Permit Review Delays We have a temporary permit review backlog due to the unusually high number of applications submitted before the Building Codes became effective in November Home Inspections.
Construction Inspections. What Is It? We may also require other preconstruction meetings. Call our hour automated inspection request line at with your permit number, name, and phone number. If you call before a. If you call after a. Be sure you have a good, consistent signal before using a cell phone to schedule an inspection.
