Show Low building inspections

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Inspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Show Low, Arizona.

Verified 2026-07-06 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 180 N. 9th Street, Show Low, AZ 85901
Phone: 928-532-4053
Email: jwilhelm@showlowaz.gov
Office hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. (or by appointment), per the City of Show Low Building Safety page. The general Permits & Applications page separately lists City Hall hours as Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (excluding holidays), and appointments are recommended (928-532-4050). The Inspection Line (928-532-4055) requires inspections to be called in 24 hours in advance; as of October 1, 2024, the cutoff for next-day inspections is 3:00 p.m. (previously 5:00 p.m.) — requests after 3:00 p.m. are scheduled two business days out.
Website: Official site

Published scheduling rules

Inspections must be called in 24 hours in advance; as of October 1, 2024, requests made after 3:00 p.m. are scheduled two business days later rather than the next business day. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
Inspections must be called in at least 24 hours in advance via the Inspection Line (928-532-4055); as of October 1, 2024, the next-day cutoff moved from 5:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. — requests after 3:00 p.m. are scheduled two business days out rather than the next business day. (General)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Footings
Before concrete pour; no footing/foundation inspection approved without clearly delineated, accurate property lines and yard setbacks
2
Stem Wall / Slab Reinforcement
Verifies stem wall construction and slab reinforcement (fiber mesh, woven wire mesh, or 3/8-inch rebar at 30 in O.C.)
3
Under-Floor Framing
Framing beneath the floor system prior to enclosure
4
Roof Sheathing/Nail
Roof sheathing and nailing pattern before roofing material application
5
Framing
Structural framing, connections, and egress per 2018 IRC/IBC and City design criteria
6
Insulation
Wall (R-11 minimum) and ceiling (R-19 minimum) insulation, per City amendment to IRC Chapter 11
7
Drywall Nail
Fastening pattern verification prior to taping/finishing
8
Water Service/Sewer Service, Underground Plumbing
Underground utility connections before backfill
9
Rough Plumbing/Framing/Electrical/Heating Ducts/Vents
Combined rough-in inspection prior to wall closure
10
Gas Yard Line, Final Gas Test
Gas piping test at minimum 3 lb PSI for 10 minutes on a 1/10-lb-increment gauge
11
Electric Service
Service entrance and panel verification
12
Final
All work complete per approved plans; Certificate of Occupancy or Temporary Certificate of Occupancy issued by Building Safety

Applies to: Commercial Building Permit

1
Foundation
Before concrete pour; no footing/foundation inspection approved without clearly delineated, accurate property lines and setbacks
2
Framing
Structural framing per stamped engineered plans
3
Rough Plumbing/Electrical/Mechanical
Combined rough-in inspection before wall closure
4
Final
All work complete per approved plans; a newly constructed building may not be occupied until a final inspection and Certificate of Occupancy (or Temporary Certificate of Occupancy) is issued by Building Safety

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit

1
Footings
Required before concrete pour for additions
2
Framing
Structural connections to the existing structure
3
Rough Plumbing/Electrical/Mechanical
Combined rough-in inspection where applicable
4
Final
Completed work verified against approved plans

Applies to: Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical Like-for-Like Replacement Permit

1
Rough-In (if applicable)
Wiring, piping, or ductwork verification before closure, where the scope requires it
2
Final
Replacement verified operational and code-compliant

Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit

1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect/breaker placement before energizing
2
Final
Charger mounted, connections verified, panel labeled per 2017 NEC as adopted

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, electrical connections, and interconnection point verified

Final inspection only: Complimentary Fence Permit, Shed / Accessory Structure Permit, Sign Permit

Sources & verification

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

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

Show Low building permits

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