Inspection Request

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New Residential Construction

1262 SW BLUFF DR 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. * Some inspections may not be available until Elevation Certificate is provided. * Please call to schedule these inspections due to a Special Flood Harzard Area:
  -Permanent Power
  -Final
  -Masonry Wall Reinforcing
  -Monolithic Slab
  -Slab
  -Temporary Power Service
  -D.O.T Final Driveway
  -Lake City Utilities Tap Inspection
* Final inspection not available until the associated Floodplain Development Permit has had all required documents received. * Nailing inspection not available until the associated Floodplain Development Permit has had all required documents received.

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Select Inspection Type Notes / Requirements
Inspects footing size, depth, and reinforcing steel before concrete placement. Ref: FBC 110.3(1)
Checks filled masonry cells or columns for reinforcing and grout. Ref: FBC 2122.2
Reviews structural framing, load paths, fire blocking, and MEP rough-ins prior to insulation. Ref: FBC 110.3(3)
Verifies fastening of windows/doors for impact and wind load compliance. Ref: FBCR 609
Reviews hurricane straps, anchors, and connections, for uplift resistance. Ref: FBC 1609
Reviews piping, venting, and fixtures before wall close. Ref: FBC-P 312
Verifies water-tightness and slope before tile. Ref: FBC-P 312.9
Checks wiring, panel placement, and boxes before cover-up. Ref: NEC Art. 110.3
Checks ductwork, equipment location, and condensate before covering. Ref: FBC-M 603
Verifies insulation type, R-value, and installation before drywall. Ref: FBC Energy C101.5
Releases power once service equipment is complete and safe. Ref: NEC Art. 230 Please call to schedule these inspections due to a Flood Harzard Area.
Ensures structure is complete, safe, and code-compliant before Certificate of Occupancy. Ref: FBC 110.5 Please call to schedule these inspections due to a Flood Harzard Area.
Ensures proposed improvements don’t encroach into required easements for drainage, utilities, or access. Columbia County LDR Please call to schedule these inspections due to a Flood Harzard Area.

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