Chino Valley building inspections

Verified

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

Verified 2026-07-06 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 1982 Voss Drive #203, Chino Valley, AZ 86323
Phone: 928-636-3480
Email: building@chinoaz.net (department main contact per the Town's Building Division page); permitting@chinoaz.net (listed on all Development Services checklists and forms, rev. 01/01/2026, for permit submittal questions)
Office hours: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (closed Fridays and holidays). Building inspectors are available in the office 7-8 a.m. and 4-5 p.m., Monday-Thursday; applicants may call 928-636-3480 between 7-8 a.m. the morning of a scheduled inspection to request an AM/PM timing preference. The Town uses the CitizenServe online portal (citizenserve.com/chinovalleyaz) for permit applications, status tracking, and payments. Inspections may be scheduled via the CitizenServe portal, by texting 1-888-855-8919 with permit number/inspection code/date, or by calling 1-888-855-8919 and following the automated IVR prompts; requests made before midnight are scheduled for the next business day.
Website: Official site

Published scheduling rules

24 hours' advance notice (more for large/complex systems) required to schedule a CAFMA inspection (Fire Sprinkler System Permit (CAFMA))
24 hours' advance notice required to schedule a CAFMA inspection (Fire Alarm System Permit (CAFMA))

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Single-Family Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Foundation/Footing
Before concrete pour; verifies minimum 18-inch footing depth and stem-wall reinforcement per Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001 amendments
2
Framing
Structural framing, connections, braced wall lines, egress, per 2024 IRC and Town of Chino Valley design criteria
3
Address Numbers
At the first inspection, address numbers must be a minimum of 5 inches in height with 1/2-inch broad stroke, contrasting colors, and readable from the street
4
Final
All work complete per approved plans before occupancy

Applies to: Fire Sprinkler System Permit (CAFMA)

1
Underground / Rough-In
Underground piping and rough sprinkler piping verification before concealment
2
Hydrostatic / Flow Test
System pressure and flow testing per NFPA 13/13D/13R as applicable
3
Final Acceptance Test
Full system acceptance test witnessed by CAFMA; system left in ready condition

Applies to: Manufactured Home (MFH) Building Permit

1
Address Numbers / Placement
At the first inspection, address numbers must be a minimum of 5 inches in height with 1/2-inch broad stroke, contrasting colors, readable from the street
2
Foundation/Tie-Down
Foundation and tie-down system verification per state manufactured housing standards
3
Final
Completed installation verified; the $700 permit fee includes up to 3 inspections total

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

1
Underground/Slab
Before concrete pour — verify 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: Residential Accessory Structure / Remodel / Addition Permit

1
Foundation/Footing
Required before concrete pour for additions/accessory structures
2
Framing
Structural connections to the existing structure
3
Final
Completed work verified against approved plans

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1
Rough-In
Wiring, box placement, and panel connections before walls are closed
2
Final
Devices installed, panel labeled, grounding electrode system verified per 2023 NEC as adopted

Applies to: Fire Alarm System Permit (CAFMA)

1
Rough-In
Wiring, device placement, and panel connections before concealment
2
Final Acceptance Test
Full system acceptance test witnessed by CAFMA, including notification devices and connection to monitoring if applicable

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: Solar Permit

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

Final inspection only: Certificate of Occupancy / Change of Occupancy, Demolition Permit, Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / EVSE Permit, Roof Structure Replacement Permit, Sign Permit (Permanent and Temporary Signs)

Re-inspection fees

Manufactured Home (MFH) Building PermitAdditional Inspection (beyond the 3 included) · Town of Chino Valley MFH Building Permit Application Checklist (rev. 01/01/2026)

$140.00 re-inspection fee per additional inspection

Fire Sprinkler System Permit (CAFMA)Reinspection (failed / failure to install per plans / failure to pretest / no-show) · CAFMA Fee Schedule, effective 06/27/2022

$125.00 per inspection

Fire Alarm System Permit (CAFMA)Reinspection (failed / failure to install per plans / failure to pretest / no-show) · CAFMA Fee Schedule, effective 06/27/2022

$125.00 per inspection

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

Chino Valley building permits

Chino Valley building permits Residential Single-Family Building Permit (New Construction)Fire Sprinkler System Permit (CAFMA)Manufactured Home (MFH) Building Permit Plumbing Permit Residential Accessory Structure / Remodel / Addition Permit Electrical Permit Fire Alarm System Permit (CAFMA)Mechanical / HVAC Permit Solar Permit Certificate of Occupancy / Change of Occupancy Demolition Permit Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / EVSE Permit Roof Structure Replacement Permit Sign Permit (Permanent and Temporary Signs)

Get alerts for Chino Valley

We'll email you when Chino Valley's fees, documents, or codes change — not often.

We only use your email to send permit updates. No spam, unsubscribe anytime. Privacy.