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City of Isle of Palms

Inspections

SidewalkDepending on the type of project there are certain inspections which will be required. It is the responsibility of the contractor/owner to request an inspection at the correct time. Inspections are conducted Monday- Friday 10:00am-4:00pm. The following is a listing of typical inspections performed on residential construction, however the building inspector may require additional inspection. Contact the inspector at (843)886-9912 to verify.

  • Footing-trenches, rebar-prior to pouring concrete, all trees 8" or larger must be barricaded prior to inspection.
  • Concrete block piers-rebar in place and separated correctly prior to pouring cells.
  • Slab-Plumbing and Building- Prior to pouring concrete
  • Sheathing, Nailing and Strapping- Prior to installing house wrap or felt to the exterior plywood. For new construction, an elevation certificate and foundation survey must be submitted prior to inspection.
  • Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical & Gas rough-In. Each sub must call in their own inspection. All rough-ins must be complete prior to framing inspection.
  • Framing inspection
  • Insulation inspection
  • Finals: Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical & Gas. All subcontractor finals first.
  • Building final
  • Pool Bonding & Final inspection-fencing, decking and alarms in place.
  • Demolition of a structure: an inspection is required to ensure the electrical power has been disconnected, prior to issuance of the permit.
  • If a building permit has been issued and work performed does not require an inspection, but contractor or owner would prefer to have one conducted, this office will inspect.