INSPECTIONS
Building inspections verify that construction work is safe, code-compliant, and consistent with approved permits.
Use this page to learn when inspections are required, how to schedule them, and how to prepare for a successful inspection.
PLEASE NOTE:
• Inspection dates depend on workload, but we aim to complete inspections within two business days of your request.
• If we’re unable to complete your inspection on the scheduled date, we’ll contact you to reschedule it for the next business day.
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Final inspections and occupancy approvals cannot be scheduled for next-day service.
Applicant Responsibilities
Before You Request an Inspection
- Make sure the work required for the inspection is complete and ready to be reviewed.
- Inspections must be requested and approved in the correct order before the next inspection can be scheduled.
- Work may not continue until the required inspection is approved.
When You Schedule an Inspection
- A permit number is required to request an inspection
- You can review your scheduled inspection date and time in the Online Permit Center or by calling (360) 377-5777. Please have your permit number ready.
- You will not receive a separate confirmation of your inspection date and time.
- If you need to provide special instructions for the inspector, add them when scheduling online or let the scheduler know when you are requesting by phone.
Preparing the Site for Inspection
- The property address must be clearly posted and visible from the street.
- All private street signs must be installed and visible before the inspection.
- Stamped and approved permit plans must be available on the job site at the time of inspection, either in printed form or accessible electronically.
Pets and Site Access
- All pets must be secured during any site visit or inspection
- Free-roaming pets, pets on leads or leashes are not allowed.
- For interior inspections or site visits, pets must be contained outside or behind closed doors in a separate room.
- We are not able to accomodate any excpetions to this request.
- If an inspection cannot be completed because pets are not properly secured, the inspection will be rescheduled and a re-inspection fee may apply.
Re-Inspection Fees
A re-inspection fee may be charged if an inspection must be repeated due to:
- Previous corrections not being completed
- Approved plans not available on the job site
- No access to the site at the time of inspection
- Pets not being properly secured
