Scottsdale building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 7447 E. Indian School Road, Suite #105, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
- Phone
- 480-312-2500
- Office hours
- Mon 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Tue 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Wed 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thu 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (no new transactions after 4 p.m.); Sat–Sun Closed
- Website
- Official site
Published scheduling rules
- Inspections are scheduled through the Scottsdale SPUR portal (projects after Jan. 6, 2026) or the legacy eServices portal (older projects). (Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family / Addition / Remodel))
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family / Addition / Remodel)
- 1
Foundation inspection
When the excavation for footings is completed, with steel reinforcement in place, but before any concrete is placed.
- 2
Under-slab or under-floor inspection
When under-slab or under-floor plumbing, mechanical and/or electrical is installed, including the subfloor.
- 3
Masonry inspection
When required reinforcing steel is in place, but before grouting.
- 4
Roof deck — strap & shear wall
When all roof sheathing is nailed, straps and tie-downs are in place.
- 5
Framing inspection
When all walls, fire blocking, draft stops and fireplaces are completed and all electrical, plumbing and mechanical work are roughed in, but before any of this work is covered.
- 6
Insulation inspection
When insulation is in place, prior to installation of gypsum board.
- 7
Lath or gypsum board inspection
When all lath is in place, but before any plastering is applied.
- 8
Final inspection
When the building or construction is complete and all electrical, plumbing and mechanical fixtures are in place but before the structure is occupied. A Certificate of Occupancy is issued when all required inspections pass with no code violations.
Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
- 1
Foundation inspection
Footings completed with steel reinforcement in place before concrete is placed.
- 2
Framing inspection
All walls, fire blocking, electrical, plumbing and mechanical rough-in completed before work is covered.
- 3
Final inspection / Certificate of Occupancy
All work complete per approved plans; Certificate of Occupancy issued when all inspections pass.
Applies to: Commercial / Multi-Family Building Permit
- 1
Foundation inspection
When excavation for footings is complete with reinforcement in place, before concrete is placed.
- 2
Framing / rough trades
Walls, fire blocking, and all rough electrical, plumbing and mechanical inspected before work is covered.
- 3
Final / Certificate of Occupancy
All work complete per approved plans; Certificate of Occupancy issued when all inspections pass.
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Framing inspection (rough mechanical)
All mechanical rough-in work must be inspected before it is covered — inspected at the framing/rough-in stage for projects with full plan review.
- 2
Final inspection
When HVAC equipment and all mechanical fixtures are in place.
Applies to: Plumbing Permit
- 1
Under-slab or under-floor inspection (if applicable)
When under-slab or under-floor plumbing is installed, including the subfloor — required before concrete or flooring covers the work.
- 2
Final inspection
When plumbing work is complete and all fixtures are in place.
Applies to: Swimming Pool / Spa Permit
- 1
Under-slab / structural
Pool shell, bonding/grounding, and plumbing inspected before deck per the 2021 ISPSC.
- 2
Final inspection / Certificate of Occupancy
Final inspection when all work is complete and pool is ready for occupancy. A Certificate of Occupancy is issued when all required inspections pass.
Re-inspection fees
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-16.
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 Scottsdale building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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