Inspection FAQs / What to Expect After Permit Is Issued

General inspection information: 

• It is the permit holder's responsibility to schedule all required inspections.
  
  
• If a contractor schedules an inspection, the contractor must notify the homeowner or tenant of the scheduled inspection date so they are aware an inspector will be visiting the property.
  
• Same-day inspections are not available. Inspections must be requested at least one day in advance.
  
• AM and PM time windows may be requested but are not guaranteed.
  
• Building Department inspections are typically performed during the following days and hours:
  • Mondays through Thursdays: 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Fridays: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
• Ensure all required permits are issued before requesting an inspection. For example, if a 4-Way Inspection is requested and a required trade permit has not been issued, the inspection request may be cancelled.
  
• Do not cover mechanical, electrical, plumbing, gas, fire sprinkler, etc until all required inspections have been approved.
  
• Once the inspection is completed, the permit holder will receive an inspection report by email with the results. Inspection reports are also available in the CitizenServe Portal.
  
• Re-inspection fees:
  • $50 (1st occurrence)
  • $100 (2nd occurrence)
  • $150 (3rd and each additional occurrence)
• Inspections are performed to verify compliance with the minimum standards of the applicable adopted building codes, amendments, and modifications. Adopted codes are available on the Building Department website at www.BaldwinCountyAL.gov/departments/building-inspection/building-codes. 
  
• Baldwin County does not provide verification that construction will qualify for any certification programs. Any inspections required for certification programs must be completed by third-party inspectors in accordance with the program's certification requirements.
  

To schedule an inspection: 

• Login to the CitizenServe Portal at www.BaldwinCountyAL.gov/CSP.
• Select “View My Requests”.
  
• From the drop-down list, choose “View My Bldg Dept”.
  
• If the permit is not immediately visible in the list, select the "All" tab and change the drop-down date range filter to "All".
• Click the permit number.
• Click “Request an Inspection”.
• Select the inspection type, the desired date, and enter any notes for the inspector.
• Click "Submit".
• You should receive a pop up confirmation that states: "Your inspection has been requested." 

You may also call 251-972-6837 during regular business hours to speak with a Permit Specialist and schedule an inspection. Inspection requests are not accepted via voicemail or email.