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Boise building inspections

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Inspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Boise, Idaho.

Verified 2026-07-16 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address
150 N Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID 83702
Phone
(208) 608-7070
Email
permits@cityofboise.org
Office hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed holidays)
Website
Official site

Published scheduling rules

  • Schedule inspections by calling (208) 608-7070 before 7:30 a.m. for same-day service; morning (8 a.m.–noon) and afternoon (1–5 p.m.) slots available. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
  • Schedule inspections by calling (208) 608-7070 before 7:30 a.m. (Residential Electrical Permit)
  • Schedule inspections by calling (208) 608-7070 before 7:30 a.m. for same-day scheduling. (General)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: New Commercial Building and Commercial Additions Permit (502)

  1. 1

    Footing

    Excavated piers, trenches, forms in place, required reinforcing steel in place — before concrete pour

  2. 2

    Foundation

    Forms and required reinforcing steel in place — before concrete pour

  3. 3

    Wall Bracing

    Bracing, sheathing, and attachments in place — before weather barrier installation

  4. 4

    Framing/Rough-In

    Roof, framing, firestopping, draftstopping, and bracing in place; all trade (electrical/plumbing/mechanical) rough-in inspections approved

  5. 5

    Fire and Smoke Penetrations

    Rated/listed joints and penetrations in fire-rated assemblies verified

  6. 6

    Energy Efficiency

    Air sealing, insulation, and window performance verified after framing/rough-in, before gypsum board installation

  7. 7

    Fire — Fire Life Safety

    Sprinklers, alarms, egress, fire access, and hydrants verified by the Fire Inspector

  8. 8

    Final

    All work complete, including any Public Works Drainage inspection and Planning zoning inspection where applicable — required before occupancy

Applies to: Tenant Improvement Permit — Minor (518) and Major (520)

  1. 1

    Framing/Rough-In

    Framing, firestopping, and draftstopping in place; coordinates with all trade (electrical/plumbing/mechanical) rough-in inspections, which are scheduled under separate trade permits

  2. 2

    Fire and Smoke Penetrations

    Rated/listed joints and penetrations verified where the TI scope affects fire-rated walls, partitions, or ceilings

  3. 3

    Ceiling Grid

    Bracing verified before ceiling panels are installed — required only if a new suspended grid ceiling is part of the scope

  4. 4

    Erosion & Sediment Control Site Final

    Required only for TI projects with exterior work and a ground-floor addition greater than 500 sq ft — landscaping/stabilization and removal of temporary controls verified

  5. 5

    Final

    All work complete per approved plans, ready for occupancy

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

  1. 1

    Foundation

    Footings and foundation before concrete pour

  2. 2

    Framing

    Structural framing, egress windows, fire separation

  3. 3

    MEP Rough-In

    Mechanical, electrical, plumbing rough-ins before walls closed

  4. 4

    Final

    All work complete, smoke/CO detectors, address posted, ready for occupancy

Applies to: Residential Addition / Alteration Permit

  1. 1

    Framing / Structural

    After framing is complete and before walls are covered — verify structure, connections, and blocking

  2. 2

    MEP Rough-In

    Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical rough-ins before wall cover — may be separate trade permits

  3. 3

    Insulation

    Insulation installed, vapor barrier in place — before drywall

  4. 4

    Final

    All work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

  1. 1

    Foundation / Footings

    Before concrete pour — forms, rebar, anchor bolts verified

  2. 2

    Framing

    After framing, sheathing, and rough-in trades — before insulation or wall cover

  3. 3

    Energy / Insulation

    Insulation and energy code compliance items before drywall

  4. 4

    Final

    All work complete, ready for certificate of occupancy

Applies to: Residential Electrical Permit

  1. 1

    Preliminary Conference

    Mandatory for homeowner-pulled permits — troubleshooting session with inspector before work begins

  2. 2

    Rough-In / Permanent Service

    After wiring installed, before walls closed — verify conductor sizing, box placement, and service connections

  3. 3

    Final

    All devices installed, panel labeled, GFCI/AFCI protection verified

Applies to: Residential Mechanical / HVAC Permit

  1. 1

    Gas Piping Pressure Test

    Required before concealing gas piping — verify no leaks under test pressure

  2. 2

    Rough-In

    Ductwork and mechanical equipment rough-in before walls closed — verify clearances and support

  3. 3

    Final

    Equipment operational, combustion air verified, venting correct, thermostat functional

Applies to: Residential Plumbing Permit

  1. 1

    Underground / Slab Plumbing

    Before concrete pour — verify pipe slope, materials, cleanouts

  2. 2

    Rough-In

    After pipes installed, before walls closed — pressure test required

  3. 3

    Final

    All fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified

Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

  1. 1

    Rough Electrical

    Conduit runs, wire sizing, disconnect placement before energizing

  2. 2

    Final — Building / Structural

    Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof penetration sealing verified

  3. 3

    Final — Electrical

    Electrical connections, inverter installation, and interconnection point verified

Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Installation Permit

  1. 1

    Preliminary Conference

    Mandatory for homeowner-pulled permits — troubleshooting session with inspector before work begins

  2. 2

    Final

    EV charger/outlet installed, GFCI/AFCI protection and connections verified per the 2023 NEC

Final inspection only: Residential Roofing Permit, Water Heater Permit

Re-inspection fees

Residential Building Permit (New Construction)Reinspection Fee · Boise Building Code Fee Schedule (Oct 2023), Other Inspection, Plan Review and Administrative Fees item 2
$55 per occurrence
Residential Addition / Alteration PermitReinspection Fee · Boise Building Code Fee Schedule (Oct 2023), Other Inspection, Plan Review and Administrative Fees item 2
$55 per occurrence
Residential Electrical PermitReinspection Fee · Boise Electrical Code Fee Schedule, Table 7-a (Apr 2019), re-inspection fee
$55
EV Charger / EVSE Installation PermitReinspection Fee · Boise Electrical Code Fee Schedule
$55
Residential Plumbing PermitReinspection Fee · Boise Plumbing Code Fee Schedule, Table D(1) (Oct 2021), re-inspection fee
$55
Residential Mechanical / HVAC PermitReinspection Fee · Boise Mechanical Code and Fuel Gas Code Fee Schedule, Table D(1) (Oct 2021), reinspection fee
$55
Residential Roofing PermitReinspection Fee · Boise Building Code Fee Schedule (Oct 2023), Other Inspection, Plan Review and Administrative Fees item 2
$55
New Commercial Building and Commercial Additions Permit (502)Reinspection Fee · Boise Building Code Fee Schedule (Oct 2023), Other Inspection, Plan Review and Administrative Fees item 2
$55
Tenant Improvement Permit — Minor (518) and Major (520)Reinspection Fee · Boise Building Code Fee Schedule (Oct 2023), Other Inspection, Plan Review and Administrative Fees item 2
$55

Boise building permits

Boise building permitsNew Commercial Building and Commercial Additions Permit (502)Tenant Improvement Permit — Minor (518) and Major (520)Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) PermitResidential Addition / Alteration PermitResidential Building Permit (New Construction)Residential Electrical PermitResidential Mechanical / HVAC PermitResidential Plumbing PermitSolar Photovoltaic (PV) PermitEV Charger / EVSE Installation PermitResidential Roofing PermitWater Heater Permit

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