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Building Code Inspections
This brochure outlines required building code inspections and how to schedule them.
Revised January 2008
The following inspections and tests (if applicable) are required during construction of a building:
You must schedule each inspection by calling at least one day in advance, or before 7:30 AM on the day you wish the inspection. The 24 hour inspection request (message phone) number is 417-2518 or 417-2548. A $50 (fifty dollar) reinspection fee could be assessed if you request an inspection and are not ready, or if your plans and/or permit are not on jobsite.
Foundation
· Call for footings and wall inspections after the forms are up and the reinforcing steel is in place.
· Separate inspections are required if footings and walls are poured separately.
· A copy of the reinforcing steel requirements is available at the Building Division.
· Be sure footings are placed directly on undisturbed ground.
· You must comply with setbacks as described on the approved plot plan.
· Property lines must be identified by owner or contractor.
Plumbing
· Call for plumbing inspections before framing inspection or at the same time.
· A water or air test is required on all drainage, waste, and vent pipes. The test must be left on until inspection is complete.
· Water lines are tested with existing water pressure or 50 psi air test with a gauge.
· Shower Pan (filled with water) prior to tile work.
· Fire sprinkler system piping, if applicable, would be inspected under a separate permit.
Mechanical
· Call for mechanical inspections after furnace and ducts are in.
· Permits and inspections are required for new installation of woodburning stoves and heaters, and on the chimney/vent/appliance clearances.
Framing/Airseal
· Call for framing inspections after plumbing and electrical systems are approved and before interior walls are insulated or covered. Call Washington State Electrical Inspector for electrical inspections (417-2700) (1605 E. Front St., Port Angeles).
· Building must be weathertight.
· Fireplace and woodstove chimneys must be complete.
· Bath and kitchen vent ducting must be installed.
· Sheer wall nailing pattern, prior to siding. Seismic straps and shear wall nailing prior to siding.
· Seal penetrations in bottom and top plates, electrical outlet boxes, door and window frames and other envelope openings (see air leakage brochure for details).
Energy
· Insulation inspection and vapor barrier.
Drainage
· Drywells will be inspected in conjunction with another building inspection before being covered and must be complete by the final inspection.
Final Inspection
· PRIOR TO CALLING FOR FINAL INSPECTION contact the Environmental Health Department at (360) 417-2506 for septic final approval and the Public Works Department at (360) 417-2579 for drainage final approval.
· Call for final inspection BEFORE you move in.
· All exterior building elements shall be provided.
· Plumbing fixtures must be installed and in operation.
· Smoke detectors must be installed and operational.
· Required exits must be provided.
· Required hand and guardrails must be installed.
· Firewalls must be completed and adequate.
Mobile Homes
· Foundation inspection.
· Call for inspection after plumbing is hooked up, and anchors and blocking are complete, and once cross-over ducting is connected.
· Call for final inspection after skirting is installed and decks and landings and steps are complete.
Reminder...
· Your building permit is good for two years as long as work is progressing. Renewals may be available (CCC 21.01.110).
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