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New Residential Construction

3961 SW WATSON ST FORT WHITE, FL 32038

* The final inspection cannot be requested because the assessment fees are owed on this property. Other inspections can still be requested.

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Allows temporary power for construction use. Ref: NEC Art. 230 Inspection was completed on 2026.02.02.
Inspects footing size, depth, and reinforcing steel before concrete placement. Ref: FBC 110.3(1) Inspection was completed on 2026.02.02.
Inspects drainage and water piping before backfill. Ref: FBC-P 312 Inspection was completed on 2026.02.16.
Verifies conduit, wiring, and grounding prior to backfill. Ref: NEC Art. 300.5 Inspection was completed on 2026.02.20.
Ensures proper base, vapor barrier, reinforcing, and termite treatment before pour. Ref: FBC 110.3(1) Inspection was completed on 2026.02.20.
Confirms nail/screw spacing and panel installation per plans. Ref: FBC 110.3(3) Inspection was completed on 2026.03.16.
Verifies wall sheathing, nailing, and exterior strapping per wind-load requirements. Ref: FBC 110.3, 1609 Inspection was completed on 2026.04.28.
Checks roof sheathing attachment and fastener pattern per FBC wind zones. Ref: FBC 110.3(3) Inspection was completed on 2026.03.16.
Reviews structural framing, load paths, fire blocking, and MEP rough-ins prior to insulation. Ref: FBC 110.3(3) Inspection was completed on 2026.04.28.
Checks ductwork, equipment location, and condensate before covering. Ref: FBC-M 603 Inspection was completed on 2026.04.28.
Reviews piping, venting, and fixtures before wall close. Ref: FBC-P 312 Inspection was completed on 2026.04.28.
Verifies water-tightness and slope before tile. Ref: FBC-P 312.9 Inspection was completed on 2026.04.28.
Checks wiring, panel placement, and boxes before cover-up. Ref: NEC Art. 110.3 Inspection was completed on 2026.04.28.
Verifies insulation type, R-value, and installation before drywall. Ref: FBC Energy C101.5 Inspection was completed on 2026.05.06.
Releases power once service equipment is complete and safe. Ref: NEC Art. 230
Ensures structure is complete, safe, and code-compliant before Certificate of Occupancy. Ref: FBC 110.5 Assessment is owed.

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