Tombstone building inspections

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Inspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Tombstone, Arizona.

Verified 2026-07-07 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 611 E. Allen Street, Tombstone, AZ 85638 (City Hall: 613 E. Allen Street, Tombstone, AZ 85638)
Phone: 520-457-3415
Email: buildingofficial@cityoftombstoneaz.gov
Office hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (City of Tombstone Building Inspector page and Building Permit Application, Rev. 1/2024). Building Official/Inspector: Robert Hendrickson. Applications are submitted in person or by mail to the Building Department (P.O. Box 339, Tombstone, AZ 85638); the City does not appear to offer an online e-permitting portal as of this review — all forms found are static PDFs requiring paper/email submittal. Inspections are scheduled by calling 520-457-3415. Projects within the Schieffelin Historic District require Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) approval BEFORE building permit submission/approval, per the Building Permit Application's own header notice.
Website: Official site

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Land Clearing
Before and after any land clearing
2
Foundation Pad
Before work begins on the completed foundation pad
3
Pre-Concrete / Sub-Floor
Before placing concrete work or laying sub-floors or framed first floors
4
Framing / Drywall / Lathing
After nailing and before covering framing, drywall, or lathing, including exterior sheathing and roof decking
5
Rough-In (Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical)
Combined rough-in inspection for all three trades
6
Gas Piping Test
After installation of gas lines, confirming the gas piping test
7
Pre-Tape/Paint Drywall
After nailing of drywall and before taping and painting
8
Final Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical
Final inspection of all three trades
9
Final Interior
Completed interior work verified
10
Final Exterior
Completed exterior work verified
11
Certificate of Occupancy
Required before the structure may be occupied or used

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

1
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed; part of the combined Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical rough-in stage
2
Gas Piping Test
After installation of gas lines, dedicated gas piping test inspection
3
Final
Fixtures connected and verified per the 1988 UPC as adopted; part of the combined Final Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical stage

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit

1
Pre-Concrete / Framing
Before concrete pour or before covering new framing/drywall for the addition/remodel scope
2
Rough-In (Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical)
Where applicable to the remodel scope
3
Final
Completed work verified against approved plans

Applies to: Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / Charging Station Permit

1
Rough-In
EV charger circuit wiring, box placement, and panel connections before walls are closed, per the same combined electrical rough-in stage documented in this file's Electrical Permit entry.
2
Final
Charger installed and connections verified per the 1988 NEC as adopted.

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1
Rough-In
Wiring, box placement, and panel connections before walls are closed; part of the combined Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical rough-in inspection stage
2
Final
Devices installed and connections verified per the 1988 NEC as adopted; part of the combined Final Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical inspection stage

Applies to: Manufactured Building / Manufactured Home Installation Permit

1
Set/Placement Inspection
First of the two inspections included in the flat fee, verifying placement/foundation/tie-down compliance
2
Final/Utility Connection Inspection
Second of the two inspections included in the flat fee, verifying utility connections and final site compliance

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

1
Rough-In
Ductwork and equipment placement before walls closed; part of the combined Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical rough-in stage
2
Final
Equipment operational, clearances verified; part of the combined Final Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical stage

Applies to: Residential/Commercial Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

1
Rough-In (Electrical/Interconnection)
Array wiring, disconnect placement, and conduit before energizing; part of the combined Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical rough-in inspection stage documented elsewhere in this file.
2
Final Electrical
Devices installed and connections verified per the adopted NEC before utility interconnection; part of the combined Final Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical inspection stage.

Final inspection only: Demolition Permit

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-07.

Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Tombstone building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

Tombstone building permits

Tombstone building permits Residential Building Permit (New Construction)Plumbing Permit Residential Addition / Remodel Permit Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / Charging Station Permit Electrical Permit Manufactured Building / Manufactured Home Installation Permit Mechanical / HVAC Permit Residential/Commercial Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit Demolition Permit

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