Sparks building inspections

Applies to: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

1. 1

   Foundation

   Footings and foundation before concrete pour; 24-inch frost depth required

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, ready for occupancy

Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit

1. 1

   Framing / Structural

   Framing, blocking, fire-resistive construction before walls are closed

2. 2

   MEP Rough-In

   Electrical, plumbing, mechanical rough-ins before ceiling/wall cover

3. 3

   Fire Prevention Final

   Sprinkler, fire alarm, exit sign, and emergency lighting verification

4. 4

   Final / Certificate of Occupancy

   All work complete, occupancy classification confirmed, ADA compliance verified

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1. 1

   Foundation / Footings

   Before concrete pour — forms, rebar, anchor bolts verified; minimum 24-inch frost depth required

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: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

1. 1

   Gas Piping Pressure Test

   Required before concealing gas piping — verify no leaks; manometer test required per NNICC G2417.6.2.3

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: 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: Residential Addition / Remodel 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

   Final

   All work complete per approved plans

Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

1. 1

   Rough Electrical

   Conduit runs, wire sizing, disconnect placement before energizing; DC PV circuit marking required per NNICC NEC Article 690.7(D)

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: Block / Screen Wall Permit

1. 1

   Footing

   Before concrete pour — verify footing depth (24 in. frost depth minimum) and reinforcement

2. 2

   Final

   Wall/fence constructed per approved plans, height and setback compliance verified

Applies to: Demolition Permit

1. 1

   Pre-Demolition Utility Verification

   Verify water, sewer, gas, and electric disconnects are completed before demolition begins

2. 2

   Final

   Site cleared and graded to original grade or as approved

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1. 1

   Rough-In / Permanent Service

   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

Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit

1. 1

   Rough-In / Permanent Service

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

2. 2

   Final

   Charging equipment installed, GFCI/AFCI protection verified per 2023 NEC

Applies to: Fire Sprinkler & Alarm System Permit

1. 1

   Rough-In

   Sprinkler piping and/or alarm wiring/devices verified before concealment

2. 2

   Final / Acceptance Test

   Hydrostatic and main drain flow test for sprinkler systems; full alarm/detection device and notification test; fire department connection and panel programming verified

Final inspection only: Change of Use / Certificate of Occupancy, Roofing Permit, Sign Permit