Gilbert building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Gilbert, Arizona.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 90 E. Civic Center Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85296
- Phone
- (480) 503-6700
- Office hours
- Monday–Thursday: 7:00 AM–6:00 PM; Friday: Closed (Town Hall operates a 4-day/10-hour week; confirmed live on the Development Services department page 2026-07-16)
- Website
- Official site
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm System Permit
- 1
Underground Fire Line Inspection
Inspection of underground fire main/supply piping prior to backfill, where an underground fire line is part of the system
- 2
Rough-In / Aboveground Piping Inspection
Inspection of aboveground sprinkler piping, hangers, and fittings prior to concealment, per the adopted 2016 NFPA 13/13R/13D
- 3
Hydrostatic Test / Flush
Hydrostatic pressure test and underground flush of sprinkler piping per NFPA 13
- 4
Fire Alarm / Monitoring Acceptance Test
Acceptance testing of fire alarm and/or fire sprinkler monitoring system devices and circuits per the adopted 2016 NFPA 72
- 5
Final Inspection
Final inspection confirming the fire sprinkler and/or fire alarm system is complete and code-compliant
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Dwelling)
- 1
Foundation / Slab Inspection
Inspection of foundation, footings, and slab before pouring concrete
- 2
Rough Framing Inspection
Inspection of framing, masonry, firestopping, draftstopping, and bracing after roof, masonry, and all framing are in place but before covering. Per IRC §R109.1.4 (as amended), inspection includes rough plumbing, mechanical, and electrical.
- 3
Rough Plumbing / Mechanical / Gas / Electrical Inspection
Rough inspection of plumbing, mechanical, gas, and electrical systems made prior to covering or concealment and before fixtures or appliances are set or installed (per IRC §R109.1.2 as amended)
- 4
Insulation Inspection
Inspection of insulation installation for energy code compliance before covering
- 5
Final Inspection
Final inspection confirming all systems complete and structure ready for occupancy; Certificate of Occupancy issued upon passing final
Applies to: Swimming Pool / Spa Permit
- 1
Pre-Gunite / Pre-Shotcrete Inspection
Inspection of rebar/steel placement before pool shell is formed
- 2
Plumbing / Mechanical Inspection
Inspection of pool plumbing, filtration, and mechanical systems
- 3
Electrical / Bonding Inspection
Inspection of pool electrical bonding and equipment wiring per 2017 NEC
- 4
Barrier / Fence Inspection
Inspection of required pool barrier/fencing
- 5
Final Inspection
Final inspection confirming pool complete and all safety requirements met
Applies to: Commercial Building Permit (New Construction / Tenant Improvement)
- 1
Rough Inspections (Plumbing / Mechanical / Electrical)
Rough-in inspections for all trades before concealment
- 2
Framing Inspection
Structural framing inspection before covering
- 3
Fire System Inspections
Fire sprinkler and alarm system inspections per 2018 IFC as adopted
- 4
Final Inspection
Final inspection of all systems; Certificate of Occupancy issued upon passing
Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
- 1
Foundation / Slab Inspection
Inspection of foundation and slab before pouring concrete
- 2
Rough Framing / Systems Inspection
Framing, rough plumbing, mechanical, and electrical inspections
- 3
Final Inspection
Final inspection confirming ADU complete and ready for occupancy
Applies to: Certificate of Occupancy / Change of Occupancy
- 1
Final Inspection (Standard Certificate of Occupancy)
Final inspection confirming all work under an active Building Permit is complete and compliant; triggers issuance of the standard Certificate of Occupancy
- 2
Fire Sprinkler System Inspection (Change of Occupancy, Fire Hazard Level 1 only)
Required when a change of occupancy within Fire Hazard Level 1 triggers the automatic fire sprinkler system requirement under 2018 IFC §903.2.2 as locally amended, regardless of building area
Applies to: Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical Inspection
Inspection of electrical rough-in before concealment; required prior to covering or concealment
- 2
Final Electrical Inspection
Final inspection confirming all electrical work complete and compliant with 2017 NEC as amended
Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical Inspection
Inspection of the EVSE circuit rough-in before concealment; required prior to covering or concealment
- 2
Final Electrical Inspection
Final inspection confirming the EVSE circuit and unit connections are complete and compliant with 2017 NEC as amended
Applies to: Fence / Wall Permit
- 1
Footing / Post Inspection
Inspection of fence footing/post placement before pouring concrete
- 2
Final Fence Inspection
Final inspection of completed fence
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Rough Mechanical Inspection
Inspection of mechanical rough-in before concealment
- 2
Final Mechanical Inspection
Final inspection confirming all mechanical work complete and compliant
Applies to: Plumbing Permit
- 1
Rough Plumbing Inspection
Inspection of plumbing rough-in before covering or concealment, and before fixtures or appliances are set (per IRC §R109.1.2 as amended)
- 2
Final Plumbing Inspection
Final inspection confirming all plumbing work complete and compliant
Applies to: Sign Permit
- 1
Sign Structural / Electrical Inspection
Inspection of sign structure, mounting, and electrical connections
- 2
Final Sign Inspection
Final inspection confirming sign installation complete and compliant
Final inspection only: Demolition Permit, Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System — Permit Exemption
Re-inspection fees
Sources & verification
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