Salt Lake City building inspections
VerifiedInspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
How to schedule
Inspections are requested through the building department below.
- Address
- 451 South State Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
- Phone
- (801) 535-7968
- permits@slcgov.com
- Office hours
- Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Website
- Official site
Inspection sequence
Applies to: Commercial Building Permit
- 1
Foundation / Footing
Before concrete pour — verify excavation, forms, rebar, and anchor bolts.
- 2
Underground Utilities
Before backfill — underground plumbing, electrical, and fire line connections.
- 3
Framing / Structural
After framing, sheathing, and rough-in mechanical/electrical/plumbing — before insulation or wall cover.
- 4
Fire / Life Safety Rough-In
Fire sprinkler and fire alarm rough-in, where applicable, coordinated with SLC Code Title 18, Chapter 44 (Fire Prevention and International Fire Code).
- 5
Final
All work complete — certificate of occupancy issued upon passing.
Applies to: Residential Building Permit
- 1
Foundation / Footing
Before concrete pour — verify excavation, forms, rebar, and anchor bolts
- 2
Underground Plumbing
Before backfill — all underground pipes and connections
- 3
Framing
After framing, sheathing, and rough-in mechanical/electrical/plumbing — before insulation or wall cover
- 4
Insulation
After insulation installed, before drywall
- 5
Final
All work complete — certificate of occupancy issued upon passing
Applies to: Basement Finish Permit
- 1
Framing
Wall framing, fire blocking, egress window wells and openings verified
- 2
MEP Rough-In
Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC rough-ins before walls are closed
- 3
Insulation
Insulation on exterior walls, vapor barrier placement per 2024 IECC requirements (effective July 1, 2026)
- 4
Final
Drywall, fixtures, smoke and CO detectors, and all finishes complete
Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
- 1
Framing / Fire-Rated Assembly
Verify wall penetrations, fire-rated wall/ceiling assemblies, and UL-listed through-penetration protection before close-in — per SLC Building Services FAQ tenant-finish review items.
- 2
MEP Rough-In
Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical rough-in before walls/ceilings are closed.
- 3
Fire Alarm / Sprinkler Rough-In
Where applicable, coordinated with SLC Code Title 18, Chapter 44 (Fire Prevention and International Fire Code).
- 4
Final / ADA & Egress Verification
Path of egress, ADA compliance, emergency lighting/exit signage, and smoke detection verified before occupancy.
Applies to: Deck Permit
- 1
Footing
Before concrete pour — verify depth, diameter, and reinforcement
- 2
Framing
After framing complete — verify ledger connection, joist hangers, beam and post connections
- 3
Final
Railings, stairs, and all finish work complete
Applies to: Electrical Permit
- 1
Rough-In
After wiring installed, before walls closed — verify box placement, wire sizing, proper support
- 2
Service / Panel
Panel installation, grounding electrode system, service entrance conductors
- 3
Final
All devices installed, GFCI/AFCI protection verified, panel labeled
Applies to: Fire Sprinkler & Fire Extinguishing System Permit
- 1
Rough-In
Piping installed, heads in place — before ceiling is closed
- 2
Hydrostatic Test
System pressure tested per NFPA requirements
- 3
Final
System operational, flow test complete
Applies to: Plumbing Permit
- 1
Underground / Slab
Before concrete pour — verify pipe slope, materials, and cleanouts
- 2
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed — pressure test required
- 3
Final
All fixtures connected, water flowing, no leaks, proper venting verified
Applies to: Demolition Permit
- 1
Pre-Demolition
Verify utility disconnects are complete and any required asbestos clearance is obtained before work begins
- 2
Final / Site Clear
Site cleared, foundation removed or capped, site conditions verified
Applies to: EV Charger / EVSE Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before energizing the EVSE circuit.
- 2
Final
EVSE installed and connected, GFCI/breaker protection verified, and installation confirmed to match the reviewed plan set.
Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit
- 1
Rough-In
Ductwork and gas piping installed, before walls closed — verify clearances and support
- 2
Final
Equipment operational, combustion air verified, gas pressure tested, thermostat functional
Applies to: Roofing Permit
- 1
Deck / Substrate
After tear-off — verify sheathing condition and replace damaged decking before proceeding
- 2
Final
Completed roof — verify ice and water shield, flashing, drip edge, and nailing pattern
Applies to: Solar Panel Permit
- 1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, disconnect placement before energizing
- 2
Final / Structural
Panel mounting, racking attachment, roof penetration sealing, and electrical connections verified
Final inspection only: Change of Use / Certificate of Occupancy Compliance, Fence Permit, Sign Permit, Water Heater Permit
Re-inspection fees
Sources & verification
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