Winnemucca building inspections

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Inspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Winnemucca, Nevada.

Verified 2026-07-03 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 90 W. Fourth Street, Winnemucca, NV 89445
Phone: (775) 623-6319
Email: wmcasac@winnemuccacity.org
Office hours: City of Winnemucca Building Department, 90 W. Fourth Street, Winnemucca, NV 89445. Phone (775) 623-6319, fax (775) 623-6321 (per City of Winnemucca Basic Design Criteria handout) / (775) 623-6090 or (775) 623-6321 listed as fax on different department handouts. This is a distinct department from the Humboldt County Building Department (25 W. Fourth Street, (775) 623-6322), though both offices are located on Fourth Street in Winnemucca and jointly co-authored the Single Family Residence Permit Guide. All inspections require 24 hours notice; call (775) 623-6319 to schedule.
Website: Official site

Published scheduling rules

All inspections must be requested at least one business day in advance; after-hours call-ins are logged the next business day. Call (775) 623-6319 to schedule. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction / Single-Family Dwelling))
Before demolishing any non-residential structure containing plumbing fixtures, an inspection must be scheduled so the number of plumbing fixtures can be counted and recorded; a sewer/water connection fee credit will be applied to a new structure built on the same property if the new permit is obtained within five years of the sewer/water fixture demolition and the number of removed plumbing connections is on record (Demolition Permit)
A final inspection must be requested upon completion of the demolition; before scheduling the final inspection, all concrete and debris must be removed from the lot, all holes and depressions filled in, and the lot rough-graded (Demolition Permit)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction / Single-Family Dwelling)

1
Exterior Utilities
Building sewer, cleanouts, water lines, electrical conduit (customer side)
2
Foundation Inspection
Setbacks, footings, rebar, anchor bolts, Ufer ground, postholes; for manufactured homes: blocking and tie-downs
3
Stemwall/Basement Walls/Retaining Wall
Forms, rebar, hold-downs, anchor bolts; grout lifts checked at 4', 8', and 12' vertical/horizontal rebar placement
4
Preslab
Underslab plumbing, pipes wrapped, slab base, slab thickness, visqueen, insulation
5
Underfloor Inspection
Framing, plumbing, mechanical ducts, electrical, gas line, access
6
Underfloor Insulation
Stemwall insulation (no vents), floor joist insulation (vents)
7
Roof Sheathing Inspection
Roof sheathing nailing, trusses, roof framing, clips, bracing, vents
8
Shear/Braced Wall Nailing
Exterior shear/braced wall nailing, hold-downs, drag straps, header
9
All Roughs
Framing, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, sewer and water line tests
10
Insulation
Walls, ceiling (if batts), baffles at eave vents, insulation markers for blow-in insulation
11
Lath
Lath nailing/staple, seal penetrations, foam board, building paper, weep screed
12
Drywall Nailing
Drywall nailing inspection prior to taping/finishing
13
Utilities
Temporary electrical, temp gas, water test, sewer test
14
Final Inspection
Required on all permits; final sign-off is required for occupancy — the signed-off inspection card is the Certificate of Occupancy

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit

1
Foundation/Footing
Setbacks, footings, rebar, anchor bolts for addition foundations
2
Framing (All Roughs)
Framing, plumbing, mechanical, electrical rough-in for the addition, and connection to the existing structure
3
Insulation
Walls, ceiling, and floor joist insulation verified before drywall
4
Final Inspection
Required on all permits; final sign-off is required for occupancy

Applies to: Demolition Permit

1
Plumbing Fixture Count (non-residential structures only)
Scheduled before demolition of any non-residential structure containing plumbing fixtures, to count and record fixtures for the sewer/water connection fee credit
2
Sewer Line Exposure
Sewer line must be exposed at the property line, cut and plugged, and inspected/approved before covering
3
Final Inspection
Requested upon completion; all concrete and debris removed, holes/depressions filled, lot rough-graded

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

1
Underground/Preslab
Underslab plumbing, pipes wrapped, before concrete pour
2
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls are closed (part of the combined 'All Roughs' inspection)
3
Final
All fixtures connected and verified per the 2012 UPC; sewer/water line tests recorded under 'Utilities' on the inspection card

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1
Rough-In
Wiring, box placement, and service connections verified before walls are closed (covered under the 'All Roughs' combined inspection on new construction)
2
Final
Devices installed and panel verified per the 2011 NEC

Applies to: EV Charger Installation Permit

1
Rough-In
Charger circuit wiring and connections verified before walls are closed, where applicable
2
Final
Charger installed and connections verified per the 2011 NEC

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

1
Rough-In
Ductwork and mechanical equipment rough-in before walls are closed; gas piping tested before concealment (part of the combined 'All Roughs' inspection)
2
Final
Equipment operational and verified per the 2012 UMC

Applies to: Re-Roofing Permit

1
Roof Sheathing Inspection
Roof sheathing nailing, trusses, roof framing, clips, bracing, vents
2
Final Inspection
Roofing materials and installation verified complete

Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before cover, per the 2017 NEC as referenced in the joint Submittal Guide
2
Final
Racking, roof/ground-mount attachment, electrical connections, and required NEC warning/rapid-shutdown signage verified

Final inspection only: Change of Use / Occupancy Permit, Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Permit (Fire Code Review), Sign Permit

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

Winnemucca building permits

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