Paradise Valley building inspections

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

Verified 2026-07-06 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 6401 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253-4399
Phone: 480-348-3692
Email: PVPermits@paradisevalleyaz.gov
Office hours: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - Noon and 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.; closed for lunch 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. The Town does not accept application submittals, payments, nor release permits after 3:30 p.m. Applications for Building, Banner, Demolition, Electrical, Fence/Site Walls, Mechanical, Plumbing, Pool/Spa, and Short-Term Rental permits are submitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal (aca-prod.accela.com/PARADISEVLY). Building inspections are scheduled via a 24/7 interactive phone system at 480-348-3581 or the Accela portal; winter (Oct-Apr) inspection hours are 7 a.m.-3 p.m., summer (May-Sept) 6 a.m.-3 p.m., and requests received before 3 p.m. are performed the next business day.
Website: Official site

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction / Custom Home)

1
Property Pin/Line Verification
All property pins and lines must be identified prior to the first footing inspection of any type
2
Foundation/Footing
Before concrete pour; verifies rebar per submitted foundation plan
3
Framing
Structural framing, roof framing, and wall-to-foundation/roof-to-wall anchoring per approved plans
4
Final
All work complete per approved plans; required on every permit before closeout

Applies to: Commercial Building Permit (New Construction, Resort/Hotel, and Tenant Improvement)

1
Rough-In (Structural/MEP)
Framing, structural connections, and mechanical/electrical/plumbing rough-in verified before concealment, per the Town's adopted 2015 IBC and local amendments
2
Fire Sprinkler/Alarm Rough-In
Required for new commercial structures per the Town's fire-sprinkler amendment; coordinated with the Town Fire Marshal (480-348-3631)
3
Final
All work complete per approved plans; required on every permit before closeout, consistent with every other permit type in this record

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

1
Underground/Slab
Before concrete pour — verifies pipe slope, materials, cleanouts
2
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed
3
Final
Fixtures connected, water heater and gas connections verified, no leaks

Applies to: Pool / Spa Permit

1
Pre-Gunite/Shell
Steel and plumbing verified before shotcrete/gunite application
2
Pre-Plaster
Deck, equipment, and bonding verified before final interior finish
3
Barrier/Final
Barrier height, gate self-closing/self-latching function, and entrapment protection verified per the Town's Barrier Requirements handout before final approval

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-Demolition (Right-of-Way/Utility)
Right-of-way condition and utility termination verified before work begins
2
Final
Required on every demolition permit; confirms complete removal and site condition

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1
Rough-In
Wiring, box placement, and panel connections before walls are closed
2
Final
Devices installed and protections verified per 2014 NEC

Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit

1
Rough-In
Circuit wiring, box placement, and panel connection before walls are closed
2
Final
EVSE installed, devices verified per 2014 NEC

Applies to: Fence / Site Wall Permit

1
Footing
Before concrete pour for masonry walls, verifying rebar/foundation per submitted details
2
Final
Completed wall/fence height, setback, and finish verified against approved plans and Zoning Ordinance Table 2404A

Applies to: Grading Permit

1
Rough Grading
Cut/fill slopes and drainage pattern verified against approved Grading and Drainage Plan
2
Final
Finished grading and drainage compliance verified

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: Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before energizing
2
Final
Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof-penetration sealing, and interconnection point verified

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.

Town of Paradise Valley Building Safety Department (Community Development Department) — official building department

Fee schedules

Applications & forms

Building Permit Application Information | Town of Paradise Valley Building Safety Department (current)

Checklists & handouts

Codes & ordinances

Zoning Ordinance, Article XXIV — Walls and Fences | Town of Paradise Valley

Department & other records

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

Paradise Valley building permits

Paradise Valley building permits Residential Building Permit (New Construction / Custom Home)Commercial Building Permit (New Construction, Resort/Hotel, and Tenant Improvement)Plumbing Permit Pool / Spa Permit Residential Addition / Remodel Permit Demolition Permit Electrical Permit EV Charger / EVSE Permit Fence / Site Wall Permit Grading Permit Mechanical / HVAC Permit Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

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