Caldwell building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Caldwell, Idaho.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 205 South 6th Ave, Caldwell, ID 83605
- Phone
- (208) 455-3024
- Office hours
- Mon–Fri (inspection requests must be called in by 7:00 AM for same-day scheduling)
- Website
- Official site
Published scheduling rules
- For concrete pours, call the inspection line early to ensure the project is ready at the requested time — rescheduling requires a next-business-day inspection. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
- Call inspection line (208) 455-4605 by 7:00 AM for same-day inspection scheduling. (Residential Electrical Permit)
- Fire and Planning & Zoning inspections must be scheduled through the Citizenserve online portal only. (Residential Electrical Permit)
- Call inspection line (208) 455-4605 by 7:00 AM for same-day inspection scheduling. (Residential Plumbing Permit)
- Call inspection line (208) 455-4605 by 7:00 AM for same-day inspection scheduling. (Residential Mechanical / HVAC Permit)
- Call the inspection line (208) 455-4605 by 7:00 AM for same-day inspection scheduling. (EV Charger / EVSE Permit)
- Inspection requests must be called in to the Inspection Line (208) 455-4605 by 7:00 AM for same-day inspection scheduling. Requests after 7:00 AM are scheduled for the next business day. (General)
- Fire Department and Planning & Zoning inspections must be scheduled through the Citizenserve online portal only — not by phone. (General)
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Commercial Building Permit (New Construction / Addition / Non-Residential / Multi-Family)
- 1
Footing / Foundation
Before concrete pour — verify depth (24-inch frost line minimum), forms, reinforcement per stamped structural plans
- 2
Framing / Structural
After structural framing complete — verify against stamped structural plans, shear walls, special inspections per IBC Chapter 17 where required
- 3
Fire
Fire Department inspection of fire lanes, hydrants, FDC, Knox box, and any fire sprinkler/alarm/hood suppression systems (submitted and inspected under separate applications) — coordinated by the Fire Codes Team Leader
- 4
Final / Certificate of Occupancy
All Development Team disciplines (Building, Fire, Engineering, Planning & Zoning) sign off; ADA accessibility features verified; Certificate of Occupancy issued upon passing
Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement (TI) Permit
- 1
Framing / Structural (if applicable)
For TI scopes involving wall changes or structural modifications — verify against stamped plans before wall cover; not applicable to finish-only TI scopes
- 2
MEP Rough-In
Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical rough-ins before wall cover, under their own separate trade permits
- 3
Fire
Fire Department inspection of any fire-rated separations, hydrants/hose access, and any fire sprinkler/alarm/hood suppression systems (submitted and inspected under separate applications)
- 4
Final / Certificate of Occupancy
All applicable Development Team disciplines sign off; ADA accessibility features verified; Certificate of Occupancy (or Certificate of Completion) issued upon passing
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
- 1
Footing / Foundation
Before concrete pour — verify depth (24-inch frost line), forms, reinforcement
- 2
Framing
After structural framing, sheathing, and rough-in trades complete — before insulation or wall cover
- 3
Insulation / Energy
Insulation installed per 2018 IECC with State Amendments before drywall
- 4
Final
All work complete per approved plans; Certificate of Occupancy issued for residential structures upon passing
Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
- 1
Framing / Structural
After framing complete, before walls covered — verify structure, blocking, egress
- 2
MEP Rough-In
Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical rough-ins before wall cover (under separate trade permits)
- 3
Final
All work complete per approved plans; Certificate of Completion issued
Applies to: Residential Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Gas Piping Pressure Test
Required before concealing gas piping — verify no leaks under test pressure
- 2
Rough-In / Equipment
HVAC equipment, ductwork, and gas lines rough-in before walls closed
- 3
Final
Equipment operational, combustion air verified, venting correct, controls functional
Applies to: Residential Plumbing Permit
- 1
Underground / Slab Plumbing
Before concrete pour — verify pipe slope, materials, cleanouts
- 2
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed — pressure test required
- 3
Final
All fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified
Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
- 1
Electrical Rough-In
Conduit runs, wire sizing, disconnect placement before energizing
- 2
Final — Building / Structural
Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof penetration sealing verified
- 3
Final — Electrical
Connections, inverter installation, and interconnection verified per 2023 NEC
Applies to: Accessory Structure / Pole Building Permit
- 1
Foundation / Footings
Verify depth (24-inch frost line minimum), forms, post embedment for pole buildings
- 2
Final
Structure complete per approved plans
Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit
- 1
Rough-In
Circuit wiring installed, before walls closed — verify conductor sizing and box placement
- 2
Final
EVSE connected, GFCI/AFCI protection verified per 2023 NEC
Applies to: Residential Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough-In
After wiring installed, before walls closed — verify conductor sizing, box placement, and service connections
- 2
Final
All devices installed, panel labeled, GFCI/AFCI protection verified per 2023 NEC
Final inspection only: Demolition Permit
Re-inspection fees
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-16.
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