Carefree building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Carefree, Arizona.
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 8 Sundial Circle, P.O. Box 740, Carefree, AZ 85377
- Phone
- 480-488-3686
- Office hours
- Town Hall main line 480-488-3686 (fax 480-488-3845); building permits are submitted in person at Town Hall (application form completed at the counter) or by mail to 8 Sundial Circle / P.O. Box 740, Carefree, AZ 85377. The current Building Official is Robert McCoy (buildingofficial@carefree.org), per the Town's live Building Department webpage.
- Website
- Official site
Published scheduling rules
- For brick-and-mortar businesses, a Building Safety Inspection must be requested and paid for through the Permit & License Portal after the business license application is submitted; the COO is issued jointly with the business license once the inspection passes (Certificate of Occupancy (Change of Use / New Tenant Occupancy))
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Construction)
- 1
Pre-Construction
Site/erosion-control verification before grading or foundation work begins
- 2
Foundation/Footing
Before concrete pour; footings must bear on undisturbed natural soil or engineered fill
- 3
Framing
Structural framing, holddowns, and connections per approved plans and IRC amendments
- 4
Final / Certificate of Occupancy
All work complete per approved plans, including fire sprinkler system final; Certificate of Occupancy issued ($25 fee for R-3 single-family)
Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit
- 1
Grading (if exterior modifications proposed)
Per the Town's 'Building – Tenant Improvement Submittal' flowchart, a Grading Permit from Site Development must be obtained prior to Building Permit issuance if exterior modifications are proposed
- 2
Final Walk-Through
Construction complete, all punch-list items addressed, as-built drawings approved; results in either a Certificate of Occupancy (no exterior modifications) or a Final Letter of Acceptance beginning a 1-year warranty period (exterior modifications completed)
- 3
Warranty Walk-Through
For TI projects with completed exterior modifications: conducted after the 1-year warranty period, with all punch-list items addressed before bond release and a Warranty Release Letter is issued
Applies to: Plumbing Permit
- 1
Underground/Slab
Before concrete pour — verify pipe slope, materials, cleanouts, and 12-inch minimum sewer depth
- 2
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed
- 3
Final
Fixtures, water heater, and gas connections verified, no leaks
Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
- 1
Foundation/Footing
Required before concrete pour for additions
- 2
Framing
Structural connections to the existing structure
- 3
Final
Completed work verified against approved plans
Applies to: Demolition Permit
- 1
Pre-Construction
Verifies dust-control measures and site readiness before demolition work begins
- 2
Final
Verifies completed demolition and site condition after work is completed
Applies to: Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough-In
Wiring and panel connections before walls are closed
- 2
Final
Devices installed and connections verified per 2017 NEC as adopted by the Town
Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit
- 1
Rough-In
New circuit wiring and panel connections before walls are closed, if applicable
- 2
Final
Charger unit installed and connections verified per 2017 NEC as adopted by the Town
Applies to: Fence, Wall, and Pool Barrier Permit
- 1
Footing
Required for retaining walls before backfill
- 2
Final
Completed fence/wall/barrier verified against approved plans and height/setback requirements
Applies to: Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Permit
- 1
Rough-In / Underground
Sprinkler piping, standpipes, or alarm wiring verified before concealment, consistent with Rural Metro Fire's approved plans
- 2
Final / Fire Sprinkler & Alarm Acceptance
System tested and verified operational per the approved plans; required before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued for new construction with a mandatory sprinkler system
Applies to: Grading Permit
- 1
Pre-Construction / Erosion Control
Verifies the 6-foot chain-link construction fence is installed at the disturbed-area boundary before excavation begins
- 2
Final Grading
Verifies as-built grading and drainage match the approved plan, with finished floor elevation confirmed above the 100-year storm elevation
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Rough-In
Ductwork and equipment placement before walls closed
- 2
Final
Equipment operational, clearances and combustion air verified
Applies to: Solar Collector / Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before energizing
- 2
Final
Panel/array mounting, roof penetration sealing, and electrical connections verified
Re-inspection fees
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Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-13.
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