Prescott building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Prescott, Arizona.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 201 N Montezuma Street, Prescott, AZ 86301
- Phone
- 928-777-1371
- Office hours
- Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Applications are submitted online through the PrescottPermits.com portal (all permit types, including plan-reviewed and same-day Fast Track permits). On-site building inspections are performed Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., except City holidays; inspections can be scheduled online as early as the next business day (up to 5 business days out) if requested before midnight. Note: the City's Building Permit application checklists (rev. 2023-2024) list an older office address of 201 S Cortez St, Prescott, AZ 86303 — the current Permit Center pages (2025-2026 vintage) consistently list 201 N Montezuma Street, Prescott, AZ 86301, which is used here as the verified current address.
- Website
- Official site
Published scheduling rules
- Inspections can be scheduled online as early as the next business day if requested before midnight; inspections run Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., not on weekends or City holidays. (Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Residence / Duplex))
- Day-of inspection cancellations for fire permits do not go through the portal - call the Fire Permit Technician at 928-777-1405 ext. 4967 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. Cancellations made by 11:59 p.m. the day before can be done online. After 4 failed inspections a $103.00 re-inspection fee applies and must be paid before a new inspection can be scheduled. (Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm System Permit)
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Commercial Building Permit (New Commercial & Multi-Family Construction)
- 1
Foundation/Footing
Before concrete pour
- 2
Framing
Structural framing, connections, egress, per 2024 IBC and City of Prescott Commercial Design Criteria
- 3
Rough Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing
Before walls are closed
- 4
Final / Certificate of Occupancy
All work complete per approved plans; requires C of O walk-through, and Fire Department sign-off where fire sprinklers/alarms were installed, before occupancy
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Residence / Duplex)
- 1
Foundation/Footing
Before concrete pour
- 2
Framing
Structural framing, connections, egress, per 2024 IRC and City of Prescott design criteria
- 3
Rough Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing
Before walls are closed
- 4
Final / Certificate of Occupancy
All work complete per approved plans; C of O walk-through required before occupancy
Applies to: Accessory Structures Permit (Sheds, Carports)
- 1
Foundation/Footing
Required if the structure has a permanent foundation
- 2
Framing
Structural framing and connections
- 3
Final
Completed structure verified against approved plans
Applies to: Plumbing Only 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 Addition / Remodel Permit (Addition, Remodel, Casita, Guesthouse, Decks, Patio Cover, Pergola)
- 1
Foundation/Footing
Required before concrete pour for additions/decks with footings
- 2
Framing
Structural connections to existing structure
- 3
Final
Completed work verified against approved plans
Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit
- 1
Rough-In (Structural / MEP)
Structural connections and mechanical/electrical/plumbing rough-in verified before concealment, per 2024 IBC and City of Prescott amendments
- 2
Final / Certificate of Occupancy
All work complete per approved plans; C of O walk-through required if the scope changes occupancy classification or use
Applies to: Electrical Only Permit
- 1
Rough-In
Wiring, box placement, and panel connections before walls are closed
- 2
Final
Devices installed, panel labeled, protections verified per 2023 NEC
Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit
- 1
Rough-In
EVSE circuit wiring, box placement, and panel connections before walls are closed
- 2
Final
Charger installed, panel labeled, protections verified per 2023 NEC
Applies to: Fences and Walls Permit
- 1
Footing
Required for retaining walls before backfill
- 2
Final
Completed fence/wall verified against approved plans
Applies to: Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm System Permit
- 1
Rough Inspection
Required by the Prescott Fire Department for all fire protection system work, before concealment. For projects with underground fire line scope, the fire sprinkler rough inspection will not be completed until the underground has been approved and an Underground Certificate of Completion has been received.
- 2
Final Inspection
Required by the Prescott Fire Department for all fire protection system work. Approved plans and the permit must be on site and available to the inspector on the day of inspection; results are emailed to all listed permit contacts the day of inspection and posted to the PrescottPermits.com portal.
Applies to: Mechanical Only Permit (HVAC)
- 1
Rough-In
Ductwork and equipment placement before walls closed
- 2
Final
Equipment operational, clearances and combustion air verified
Applies to: Photovoltaic Solar System Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, disconnect placement before energizing
- 2
Final
Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof penetration sealing, electrical connections, and interconnection point verified
Applies to: Sign Permit
- 1
Sign Footing Inspection
Sign footing/foundation verified for monument and other freestanding signs; carried as the 'Building Sign Footing Inspection' line ($67.00) in the City's Citywide Fee Schedule
- 2
Sign New Electrical Inspection
Electrical inspection for illuminated signs; carried as the 'Building Sign New Electrical Inspection' line ($67.00) in the City's Citywide Fee Schedule. Only these two sign inspections are named in the City's published fee schedule - no further sign inspection sequence is published, so none is asserted here.
Final inspection only: Change of Use / Certificate of Occupancy Permit, Demolition Permit, Re-Roof Only Permit
Re-inspection fees
Other Fire Code Fees - Re-inspection fee, after four · FY2027 Citywide Fee Schedule, page 5 of 8, 'Fire' section continuation (FY26 $101.00 -> FY27 $103.00). Show full citationHide
Other Fire Code Fees - Re-inspection fee, after four · FY2027 Citywide Fee Schedule, page 5 of 8, 'Fire' section continuation (FY26 $101.00 -> FY27 $103.00). The City's Fire Suppression, Alarm & Hood Permits page states that after 4 failed inspections a re-inspection fee is applied and must be paid before a new inspection can be scheduled.Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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