Tucson building inspections

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (Casita) Permit

1. 1

   Foundation/Footing

   Before concrete pour

2. 2

   Framing

   Structural framing and connections for attached or detached units

3. 3

   Final

   All work complete per approved plans and ADU zoning standards

Applies to: Plumbing Permit (Trade Permit)

1. 1

   Underground/Slab

   Before concrete pour — verify pipe slope, materials, and cleanouts

2. 2

   Rough-In

   After pipes installed, before walls closed

3. 3

   Final

   All fixtures connected, no leaks; may be completed via Remote Video Inspection for most residential work

Applies to: Residential Addition / Alteration Permit

1. 1

   Footing/Foundation

   Required before concrete pour for addition footings or new structural supports

2. 2

   Framing

   Structural framing and connections to the existing structure per approved plans

3. 3

   Final

   All work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Demolition Permit

1. 1

   Pre-Demolition Utility Disconnect Verification

   Confirmation that affected utilities have been disconnected prior to demolition work beginning

2. 2

   Final

   Site cleared and, for pool demolition, positive drainage/structural fill verified

Applies to: Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / Charging Station Permit

1. 1

   Rough-In

   Wiring, box placement, and circuit connections before walls are closed, per the same framework documented in this file's Electrical Permit entry.

2. 2

   Final

   Charger installed and connections verified per 2023 NEC; may be completed via Remote Video Inspection for most residential work.

Applies to: Electrical Permit (Trade Permit)

1. 1

   Rough-In

   Wiring, box placement, and circuit connections before walls are closed

2. 2

   Final

   Devices installed and panel labeled per 2023 NEC; may be completed via Remote Video Inspection for most residential work

Applies to: Fence and Wall Permit

1. 1

   Footing

   Required for engineered/retaining walls before backfill

2. 2

   Final

   Completed fence/wall verified against approved plans and setback requirements

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit (Trade Permit)

1. 1

   Rough-In

   Ductwork and equipment rough-in before walls closed; gas piping pressure test before concealment

2. 2

   Final

   Equipment operational and load/sizing calculations verified against installed unit; may be completed via Remote Video Inspection for most residential work

Applies to: Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

1. 1

   Rough Electrical

   Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before energizing

2. 2

   Final (Virtual)

   Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof-penetration sealing, and inverter/interconnection point verified; scheduled through TDC Online after permit issuance, typically as a virtual/remote inspection

Applies to: Roofing Permit (Structural Roof Work)

1. 1

   Sheathing/Deck

   Structural sheathing, decking, or truss/joist work inspected before roofing material is applied

2. 2

   Final

   Completed roof work verified against approved plans; penetrations verified as flashed and sealed