Inspection Process

Typical Sequence of Inspections

The following is the typical order or sequence of inspections. This sequence may not apply to all projects. If you have any questions please contact our office at (205) 620-6650.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Setback verification surveys, prepared by an Alabama Registered Land Surveyor, are required in zoned areas to verify the new construction, addition/covered structure, alteration, pool and/or accessory structure (site built or pre-fab) meets the required setback. If you proceed with construction prior to verification, you do so at your own risk and expense. It is your responsibility to ensure that your project meets the setback. The Shelby County Planning Commission will not approve a variance of this type. Please contact our office at (205) 620-6650 to determine if your project will require a setbackverification survey.

Breaking Ground
Call 811 before you dig!

Temporary service inspection, if applicable
Footing inspection (uncovered), if applicable
Plumbing in slab inspection (uncovered), if applicable (check for minimum fixture clearance)
Electrical in slab inspection (uncovered), if applicable(check for minimum fixture clearance)
Mechanical in slab inspection (uncovered), if applicable(check for minimum fixtureclearance)
Slab inspection (wire, poly, pier pads, etc.)
Setback verification survey in zoned areas (please call (205) 620-6650 to verify)
- Performed by an Alabama Registered Land Surveyor
  - After footing is poured; OR if monolithic footing and slab, after the in-slab/under slab rough utility inspections are made and the slab is poured
  - Placement of ANY accessory structure on property
Building sewer inspection (from structure to septic tank), if applicable
- If municipal sewer contact sewer provider
Soil/Erosion control inspection, Shelby County Ordinance No. 98-09-28-8 Section 01-020 General Requirements for Land Disturbance Activities
- Must be in place before earth moving operations begin
- Must be maintained throughout the construction period
- May be temporarily removed at the beginning of the work day but must be replaced at end of each workday
- If in violation, inspections will be withheld
Energy inspection (house wrap must be completed before exterior finish is installed)

Before Insulation And Sheetrock

Electrical rough in wall inspection
Plumbing rough in wall inspection
Gas rough in wall inspection, if applicable
Gas vent rough in wall inspection, if applicable
Mechanical rough in wall inspection

After All Rough-Ins Have Passed

Framing inspection
- Subcontractor Affidavit
Insulation inspection
- Spray foam certification form, if applicable
- Attic affidavit, if applicable
Soil/Erosion control inspection, Shelby County Ordinance No. 98-09-28-8 Section 01-020 General Requirements for Land Disturbance Activities
- Must be in place before earth moving operations begin
- Must be maintained throughout the construction period
- May be temporarily removed at the beginning of the work day but must be replaced at end of each workday
- If in violation, inspections will be withheld

IMPORTANT NOTE: If the project is located in FEMA flood plain, a Flood Plain Development Permit along with a survey and an elevation certificate will be required for review and approval. Your project will be placed on HOLD until a flood elevation certificate is provided and approved. Please contact our office at (205) 620-6650 to determine if your project will require a Flood Development Permit.

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