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Once you have received your permit and the work is underway, you will require building inspectors to visit your site and sign-off on your work at various points in the project. You can request these inspections through Cloudpermit.

How do I know when an inspection is required?

You can find a list of required inspections for your permit on the "WORK" tab of Cloudpermit. Here is a list of the typical stages of construction and when to call for inspection:

  1. Footing - Placement of all footing forms prior to pouring concrete. Geotechnical review may be required to confirm soil suitability.
  2. Foundation wall - Construction of foundation wall including all external elements and perimeter drainage system. (Prior to Backfill)
  3. Plumbing Underground - Installation of all plumbing that will be covered by the concrete floor. A test for this portion of the plumbing system is required in accordance with the OBC and must be witnessed by an inspector.
    • A water or air test is required
  4. Framing - Completion of framing. You must complete the following before you request a framing inspection:
    • Have approved plans on site (including engineered Truss and Floor Plans)
    • Have the stairs installed
    • Have the roof completed
    • Have the mechanical systems such as the plumbing and heating installed (water or air test required)
  5. Fireplace rough in
  6. Insulation and Vapour Barrier - Installation of the insulating material and vapour barrier. All windows and doors must be installed. Blown-in insulation can be installed after the ceiling drywall is applied and confirmed at the Occupancy inspection.
  7. Fire Separation - Installation of all required fire separation including fire stopping components. Data sheets for the fire stopping components must be provided.
  8. Aboveground Plumbing - Installation of all plumbing including drains, waste, vents and water supply lines. A test for this portion is required including a 100 psi test on all water supply lines.
  9. Occupancy - You must complete all items on the Occupancy Permit Checklist before you request an occupancy inspection.
  10. Final - Completion of all required items under the permit.

How do I request building inspections?

To request building inspections from the Town for your building project, please use Cloudpermit. Please notify Building Services through Cloudpermit at least 48 hours in advance to arrange for an inspection.  

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Need help requesting an inspection through Cloudpermit?  A step-by-step guide to help you is available.

Guide to requesting inspections on Cloudpermit

Who is responsible for requesting building inspections?

The person who has been issued the permit is required to notify Building Services during various stages of the project's construction. 

 

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