Carlsbad building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Carlsbad, New Mexico.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 114 S. Halagueno St., Carlsbad, NM 88220 (mailing: City Hall, 101 N. Halagueno St., Carlsbad, NM 88220)
- Phone
- (575) 885-1185
- Not published on the City's e-Government FAQ or permit forms; contact by phone at (575) 885-1185
- Office hours
- City Hall: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
- Website
- Official site
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Plumbing Permit
- 1
Underground/Slab
Before concrete pour -- pipe slope, materials, and cleanouts verified
- 2
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed
- 3
Final
All fixtures connected, water heater and venting verified, no leaks
Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
- 1
Foundation/Footing
Before concrete placement -- forms, reinforcing steel, and foundation depth verified
- 2
Framing
Structural framing, fire blocking, and bracing complete; rough electrical, plumbing, and mechanical inspections approved first
- 3
Final
Finish grading and building completion verified; final electrical, plumbing, and mechanical inspections conducted first
Applies to: Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough-In
Wiring, box placement, and service connections before walls are closed
- 2
Final
Devices installed, panel labeled, system energized and protections verified per the 2020 NEC
Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit
- 1
Rough-In
New circuit wiring and panel connections before walls are closed, if applicable
- 2
Final
Charger unit installed, panel labeled, system energized and protections verified per the 2020 NEC
Applies to: Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm Permit
- 1
Pre-Test
Full functional pre-test of the installed system per applicable NFPA standard, conducted by the installing contractor before Final Acceptance can be scheduled
- 2
Final Acceptance Test
Conducted by a State Fire Inspector (and, per the Fire Department's own stated practice, potentially also reviewed locally by the Carlsbad Fire Department's Fire Prevention Division) against the approved plans and test documentation
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Rough-In
Ductwork and mechanical equipment rough-in before walls closed
- 2
Final
Equipment operational, venting and clearances verified
Applies to: Residential Addition / Alteration / Remodel Permit
- 1
Framing / Rough-In
Structural connections to the existing structure, and rough electrical/plumbing/mechanical if applicable
- 2
Final
Completed work verified against the approved permit scope
Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
- 1
Structural/Racking (Building Permit)
Roof penetrations and mounting-system attachment verified per the approved building permit
- 2
Final Electrical (Interconnection)
Grid interconnection, grounding, and disconnects verified per the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code (NMAC 14.10.4) before the system is energized
Final inspection only: Change of Occupancy / Certificate of Occupancy, Demolition Permit, Encroachment Permit, Sign Permit
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
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