Ely building inspections

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

Verified 2026-07-03 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 501 Mill Street, P.O. Box 299, Ely, NV 89301
Phone: (775) 289-6500 / (775) 289-2430
Email: buildingofficial@cityofelynv.gov
Office hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. City of Ely Building Department, 501 Mill Street, Ely, NV 89301 (mailing: P.O. Box 299, Ely, NV 89301). Fax (775) 289-1463. Building Official: Christopher Flannery (buildingofficial@cityofelynv.gov). The Building and Planning Department is jointly operated with White Pine County (Building & Planning Dept. Manager Jennifer Drew-Lesher, jdrew@whitepinecountynv.gov) and uses a shared City of Ely/White Pine County Building Permit Application form. Source: City of Ely Building Department & Building Codes page; Building Permit Application (joint form).
Website: Official site

Published scheduling rules

All inspections must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance (per the Building Permit Package) — the joint Building Permit Application separately states 48 hours in advance for inspections; confirm current scheduling lead time with the Building Department at (775) 289-6500. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
All inspections must be scheduled 48 hours in advance per the joint Building Permit Application (the separate Building Permit Package states 24 hours in advance for inspections generally) (Electrical Permit)
All inspections must be scheduled 48 hours in advance per the joint Building Permit Application (EV Charger / EVSE Permit (No Dedicated Type — Fee Schedule Unpublished))

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Footings
Before concrete pour — footing size and placement verified
2
Foundation
Foundation walls and forms verified prior to backfill
3
Under-Slab Utilities
Under-slab plumbing and utility rough-in verified before slab pour
4
Rough Framing
Structural framing verified per approved plans
5
Rough Electrical
Electrical rough-in verified before walls are closed
6
Rough Plumbing
Plumbing rough-in verified before walls are closed
7
Rough Mechanical
Mechanical/HVAC rough-in verified before walls are closed
8
Insulation
Insulation verified before drywall installation
9
Dry Wall Nailing
Drywall fastening pattern verified
10
Final
All work complete and verified per approved plans and adopted codes

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit

1
Rough Framing
Structural framing and connections to the existing structure verified per plans
2
Rough Electrical / Plumbing / Mechanical
Applicable trade rough-ins verified before walls are closed
3
Insulation
Insulation verified before drywall installation, where applicable
4
Final
All work complete and verified per approved plans

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

1
Under-Slab Utilities
Underground/under-slab plumbing verified before concrete pour
2
Rough Plumbing
Pipes and venting verified before walls are closed
3
Final
All fixtures connected and verified per the 2018 UPC

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1
Rough Electrical
Wiring, box placement, and service connections verified before walls are closed
2
Final
Devices installed and panel verified per the 2011 NEC

Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit (No Dedicated Type — Fee Schedule Unpublished)

1
Rough Electrical
Charger circuit wiring and breaker sizing verified before concealment, if applicable
2
Final
EVSE installed, GFCI/disconnect and connections verified against the 2011 NEC

Applies to: Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm Permit (No Dedicated Fee Schedule — Reviewed via Building Permit 'Fire' Line)

1
Rough Fire Protection System
Sprinkler piping or fire alarm wiring and device placement verified before concealment, if applicable
2
Final
Fire protection system tested (e.g., hydrostatic/flow test for sprinklers, functional test for alarms) and verified against the adopted fire code before occupancy

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

1
Rough Mechanical
Ductwork and mechanical equipment rough-in verified before walls are closed
2
Final
Equipment operational and verified per the 2018 UMC

Applies to: Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

1
Rough Electrical
Interconnection wiring, disconnects, and conduit runs verified per the 2011 NEC before energizing
2
Final
Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof penetration sealing, and electrical connections verified against approved plans

Final inspection only: Change of Use / Certificate of Occupancy (No Standalone Permit — Handled via Building Permit Application), Re-Roofing Permit, Sign Permit (No Dedicated Type — General Building Permit Applies)

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

Ely building permits

Ely building permits Residential Building Permit (New Construction)Residential Addition / Remodel Permit Plumbing Permit Electrical Permit EV Charger / EVSE Permit (No Dedicated Type — Fee Schedule Unpublished)Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm Permit (No Dedicated Fee Schedule — Reviewed via Building Permit 'Fire' Line)Mechanical / HVAC Permit Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit Change of Use / Certificate of Occupancy (No Standalone Permit — Handled via Building Permit Application)Re-Roofing Permit Sign Permit (No Dedicated Type — General Building Permit Applies)

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