Yuma building inspections

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

Verified 2026-07-03 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: Yuma City Hall, Second Floor, One City Plaza, Yuma, AZ 85364-1436
Phone: (928) 373-5163
Email: Inspection@YumaAZ.gov
Office hours: Monday - Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM; every other Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM; closed on designated City holidays. Inspections: (928) 373-5170 (non-emergency, request by 3 p.m. for next-business-day scheduling); after-hours/emergency inspections (928) 373-5163.
Website: Official site

Published scheduling rules

The Development Portal (Tyler EnerGov) allows online submission, payment, and inspection scheduling. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
Confirm with Building Safety (928-373-5100 general line; Inspection@YumaAZ.gov for inspection scheduling) which specific Table 1-A fee bracket currently applies to a standalone EV charger circuit before applying, since no EV-specific line item is published (EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit)
Inspections (non-emergency) are scheduled by calling (928) 373-5170, emailing Inspection@YumaAZ.gov, or online through the Development Portal; after-hours/emergency inspections are scheduled by calling (928) 373-5163 for a nominal fee. Virtual inspections are available for specific installation types. (General)
The Development Portal (Tyler EnerGov, at yumaaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net) is the City's online system for permit applications, payments, and inspection scheduling. (General)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

1
Underground/Slab
Before concrete pour — pipe slope, materials, cleanouts, sewer depth (minimum 12 inches below grade per § 150-061(M))
2
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed
3
Final
Fixtures connected, water heater T&P verified, cleanouts exposed, no leaks

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Foundation
Prior to concrete pour, verifying forms, rebar, and compliance with amended Table R301.2 design criteria
2
Framing
Structural framing per approved plans and 2024 IRC
3
Final
Completed construction inspected for code compliance prior to Certificate of Occupancy issuance

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1
Rough-In
Wiring, box placement, and service connections before walls are closed
2
Final
Devices installed and protections verified per NFPA 70 NEC 2020 Edition as locally amended

Applies to: EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit

1
Rough-In (if applicable)
Wiring and panel/service connections before walls are closed, if the installation involves new concealed wiring
2
Final
Charger circuit, breaker sizing, and equipment connection verified per NFPA 70 NEC 2020 Edition as locally amended

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

1
Rough-In
Ductwork and mechanical equipment rough-in before walls closed
2
Final
Equipment operational, condensate disposal, combustion air, and clearances verified

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel / Alteration Permit

1
Rough-In / Framing
Structural framing, connections to existing structure, per approved plans
2
Final
Completed work verified against approved plans prior to close-out

Applies to: 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 inverter verified

Final inspection only: Demolition Permit, Fence and Wall Permit, Re-Roofing Permit

Re-inspection fees

Residential Building Permit (New Construction)Other Inspections and Fees (after-hours, reinspection, weekend/holiday, unlisted, additional plan review) · Yuma City Code § 150-181(K), Table 1-A, 'Other Inspections and Fees'

$75.00/hour after-hours (2-hr min); $75.00/hour reinspection; $150.00/hour weekends/holidays (2-hr min); $75.00/hour unlisted inspections (0.5-hr min); $75.00/hour additional plan review (0.5-hr min); or total hourly City cost if greater

Residential Addition / Remodel / Alteration PermitOther Inspections and Fees · Yuma City Code § 150-181(K), Table 1-A

$75.00/hour minimum (2-hr minimum after-hours; 0.5-hr minimum for reinspection/unlisted/additional plan review), $150.00/hour weekends/holidays, or total hourly City cost if greater

Electrical PermitOther Inspections and Fees · Yuma City Code § 150-077(L), Table 1-A

$50.00/hour minimum (2-hr minimum after-hours; 0.5-hr minimum unlisted/reinspection/plan review), or total hourly City cost if greater

Mechanical / HVAC PermitOther Inspections and Fees · Yuma City Code § 150-046(F), Table 1-A

$50.00/hour minimum (2-hr minimum after-hours; 0.5-hr minimum unlisted/reinspection/plan review), or total hourly City cost if greater

EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station PermitOther Inspections and Fees (if no specific Unit Fee Schedule bracket applies) · Yuma City Code § 150-077(L), Table 1-A — this file's tipsAndGotchas flags a possible unverified 2025 rate increase to $75/$150 per hour for this same 'Other Inspections' line in the Building Permit Fee Table; the Electrical Table's published rate remains $50/hour as of the amlegal.com-hosted code text (re-confirmed live 2026-07-20)

$50.00/hour minimum (2-hr minimum after-hours; 0.5-hr minimum unlisted/reinspection/plan review), or total hourly City cost if greater

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.

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

Yuma building permits

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