Draper building inspections

Applies to: Commercial Building Permit

1. 1

   Foundation / Footing

   Before concrete pour — verify excavation, forms, rebar, and anchor bolts

2. 2

   Underground / Rough-In (MEP)

   Before backfill and before closing walls or ceilings

3. 3

   Framing

   After framing, sheathing, and rough-in mechanical/electrical/plumbing — before insulation or wall cover

4. 4

   Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm

   Included in the Fire Department's Commercial Fire Sprinkler/Alarm System Plan Review fee (3 inspections included in the base fee)

5. 5

   Final

   All work complete — certificate of occupancy issued upon passing

Applies to: Basement Finish Permit

1. 1

   Framing

   Wall framing, fire blocking, egress window wells and openings verified

2. 2

   MEP Rough-In

   Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC rough-ins before walls closed

3. 3

   Insulation

   Insulation on exterior walls, vapor barrier placement

4. 4

   Final

   Drywall, fixtures, smoke/CO detectors, and all finishes complete

Applies to: Residential Building Permit

1. 1

   Foundation / Footing

   Before concrete pour — verify excavation, forms, rebar, and anchor bolts

2. 2

   Framing

   After framing, sheathing, and rough-in mechanical/electrical/plumbing — before insulation or wall cover

3. 3

   Insulation

   After insulation installed, before drywall

4. 4

   Final

   All work complete — certificate of occupancy issued upon passing

Applies to: Sign Permit

1. 1

   Footing / Structural

   Required on all freestanding signs

2. 2

   Electrical

   Required on all illuminated signs

3. 3

   Wall Attachment

   Inspection of braces, anchors, supports, and connections on all wall signs

4. 4

   Final

   Confirms the sign was located and constructed according to the approved sign permit; a weatherproof certification tag is affixed to the sign

Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit

1. 1

   Framing / Rough-In (MEP)

   After framing and rough-in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work — before insulation or wall cover

2. 2

   Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm (if applicable)

   Included in the Fire Department's Remodel or Tenant Finish Plan Review fee where the scope modifies existing systems (3 inspections included)

3. 3

   Final

   All work complete; space approved for occupancy under the tenant's use classification

Applies to: Deck Permit

1. 1

   Footing

   Post footings before concrete pour

2. 2

   Framing

   All framing, connections, and ledger attachment complete

3. 3

   Final

   Railings, stairs, and all work complete

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1. 1

   Rough-In

   After wiring installed, before walls closed — verify box placement, wire sizing, proper support

2. 2

   Service / Panel

   Panel installation, grounding electrode system, service entrance conductors

3. 3

   Final

   All devices installed, GFCI/AFCI protection verified, panel labeled

Applies to: Plumbing Permit

1. 1

   Underground / Slab

   Before concrete pour — verify pipe slope, materials, and cleanouts

2. 2

   Rough-In

   After pipes installed, before walls closed — pressure test required

3. 3

   Final

   All fixtures connected, water flowing, no leaks, proper venting verified

Applies to: Retaining Wall Permit

1. 1

   Footing

   Footing excavation, rebar, and forms before concrete pour

2. 2

   Backfill / Drainage

   Drainage gravel, pipe, and filter fabric before backfill

3. 3

   Final

   Wall complete, drainage functional, site graded

Applies to: Demolition Permit

1. 1

   Pre-Demolition

   Verify utility disconnects complete and any required asbestos clearance obtained before work begins

2. 2

   Final / Site Clear

   Site cleared, foundation removed or capped, erosion control in place

Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit

1. 1

   Rough-In

   After wiring installed, before walls closed — verify box placement, wire sizing, proper support.

2. 2

   Final

   Charger mounted and energized, GFCI/breaker sizing verified, labeling complete.

Applies to: Fire Alarm Permit

1. 1

   Rough-In

   Wiring, device placement, and panel installation verified before concealment

2. 2

   Acceptance Test / Final

   Functional test of all initiating and notification devices on the completed alarm system

Applies to: Fire Sprinkler Permit

1. 1

   Rough-In / Underground

   Piping, hangers, and underground supply verified before concealment

2. 2

   Acceptance Test / Final

   Hydrostatic test, flow test, and final acceptance of the completed system; included in the base plan review fee (2 inspections residential, 3 inspections commercial)

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit

1. 1

   Rough-In

   Ductwork and gas piping installed, before walls closed — verify clearances and support

2. 2

   Final

   Equipment operational, combustion air verified, gas pressure tested, thermostat functional

Applies to: Roofing Permit

1. 1

   Deck / Substrate

   After tear-off — verify sheathing condition, replace damaged decking before proceeding

2. 2

   Final

   Completed roof — verify ice and water shield, flashing, drip edge, and nailing pattern

Applies to: Solar Panel Permit

1. 1

   Rough Electrical

   Conduit runs, wire sizing, disconnect placement before energizing

2. 2

   Final / Structural

   Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof penetration sealing, and electrical connections verified

Final inspection only: Change of Use / Certificate of Occupancy, Water Heater Permit