Carefree building inspections

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Inspection 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
Email: buildingofficial@carefree.org
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: 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

Final inspection only: Certificate of Occupancy (Change of Use / New Tenant Occupancy), Sign Permit (Blade, Ground, Monument, Tenant Directory, and Wall Signs)

Re-inspection fees

Electrical PermitRe-inspection Fee · Carefree Town Code, Chapter 10, Section 10-1-2(A), Item 2 (applies to building, structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing)

$100.00 per hour

Plumbing PermitRe-inspection Fee · Carefree Town Code, Chapter 10, Section 10-1-2(A), Item 2

$100.00 per hour

Mechanical / HVAC PermitRe-inspection Fee · Carefree Town Code, Chapter 10, Section 10-1-2(A), Item 2

$100.00 per hour

EV Charger / EVSE PermitRe-inspection Fee · Carefree Town Code, Chapter 10, Section 10-1-2(A), Item 2 (applies to building, structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing generally)

$100.00 per hour

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-13.

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 Carefree building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

Carefree building permits

Carefree building permits Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Construction)Plumbing Permit Residential Addition / Remodel Permit Demolition Permit Electrical Permit EV Charger / EVSE Permit Fence, Wall, and Pool Barrier Permit Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Permit Grading Permit Mechanical / HVAC Permit Solar Collector / Photovoltaic (PV) Permit Certificate of Occupancy (Change of Use / New Tenant Occupancy)Sign Permit (Blade, Ground, Monument, Tenant Directory, and Wall Signs)

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