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Meridian building inspections

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

Verified 2026-06-29 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address
33 E. Broadway Avenue, Suite 102, Meridian, ID 83642
Phone
(208) 887-2211
Email
building@meridiancity.org
Office hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Website
Official site

Published scheduling rules

  • Schedule inspections online through the Citizen Access Portal or call the inspection line at (208) 887-1155 before 8:00 AM for same-day scheduling. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
  • Schedule inspections online through the Citizen Access Portal or call (208) 887-1155 before 8:00 AM for same-day scheduling. (Residential Addition / Alteration Permit)
  • Schedule inspections online through the Citizen Access Portal or call (208) 887-1155 before 8:00 AM for same-day scheduling. (Residential Electrical Permit)
  • Apply through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org. Schedule inspections the same way. (Residential Plumbing Permit)
  • Call the inspection line at (208) 887-1155 before 8:00 AM for same-day inspection scheduling. (Residential Plumbing Permit)
  • Schedule inspections through the Citizen Access Portal or call (208) 887-1155 before 8:00 AM for same-day scheduling. (Residential Mechanical / HVAC Permit)
  • Schedule inspections online through the Citizen Access Portal. For same-day scheduling, call the inspection line at (208) 887-1155 before 8:00 AM. (General)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

  1. 1

    Pre-Construction

    Required before any footing work begins

  2. 2

    Foundation

    Footings and foundation before concrete pour

  3. 3

    Framing

    Structural framing, egress windows, fire separation

  4. 4

    MEP Rough-In

    Mechanical, electrical, plumbing rough-ins before walls closed — separate trade permits required

  5. 5

    Final

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

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

  1. 1

    Pre-Construction

    Required before any footing work — inspector reviews all required inspections and provides key contact information

  2. 2

    Foundation / Footings

    Before concrete pour — verify forms, rebar, anchor bolts, and that footings extend to frost line (24 inches minimum)

  3. 3

    Framing

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

  4. 4

    Final

    All work complete per approved plans; certificate of occupancy issued after passing

Applies to: Residential Addition / Alteration Permit

  1. 1

    Framing / Structural

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

  2. 2

    MEP Rough-In

    Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical rough-ins before wall cover — trade sub-permits required separately

  3. 3

    Final

    All work complete per approved plans

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, and 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 — required per electrical plan review

  2. 2

    Final — Building / Structural

    Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof penetration sealing verified

  3. 3

    Final — Electrical

    Electrical connections, inverter, and interconnection point verified; Idaho Power will be involved in a system test after municipal electrical inspection passes

Applies to: Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) Permit

  1. 1

    Rough-In

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

  2. 2

    Final

    Charger installed and operational, panel labeled, GFCI/AFCI protection verified per 2023 NEC

Applies to: Residential Electrical Permit

  1. 1

    Rough-In

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

  2. 2

    Final

    All devices installed, panel labeled, GFCI/AFCI protection verified per 2023 NEC

Re-inspection fees

Residential Building Permit (New Construction)Re-inspection Fee · City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110
$45 per occurrence (first re-inspection); $90 (double fee for repeat re-inspections)
Residential Addition / Alteration PermitRe-inspection Fee · City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.1
$45 per occurrence; $90 for repeat re-inspections
Residential Electrical PermitRe-inspection Fee · City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.2, Resolution No. 18-2110
$45 per occurrence; $90 for double fee (repeated re-inspection)
Residential Plumbing PermitRe-inspection Fee · City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.4, Resolution No. 18-2110
$45 per occurrence; $90 for double fee (repeated re-inspection)
Residential Mechanical / HVAC PermitRe-inspection Fee · City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.3, Resolution No. 18-2110
$45 per occurrence; $90 for double fee (repeated re-inspection)
Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) PermitRe-inspection Fee · City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.2, Resolution No. 18-2110
$45 per occurrence; $90 for double fee (repeated re-inspection)

Meridian building permits

Meridian building permitsAccessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) PermitResidential Building Permit (New Construction)Residential Addition / Alteration PermitResidential Mechanical / HVAC PermitResidential Plumbing PermitSolar Photovoltaic (PV) PermitElectric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) PermitResidential Electrical Permit

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