Inspections
It is the responsibility of the person to whom the permit has been issued to let the Building department know when they are ready for an inspection. A number of inspections are different stages of construction are required by the Ontario Building Code.
To book an inspection, please contact the Building Department at 519-759-4150 or building@brantford.ca at least 48 hours in advance of your desired inspection date. You must provide the Building/Plumbing permit number.
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Footing inspection |
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When the footings are formed in the excavation and before any concrete is poured. (Where clay area exists, A Type 2 (1 1/2") below grade foam should be installed around perimeter foundation. When the trench/pier holes are excavated for footings and before any concrete is poured. |
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Foundation and/or weeping tile |
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After foundation has been stripped of formwork and has been damp-proofed and weeping tile is in place and covered with 6" of stone. |
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Sewer Rough-In |
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When the exterior sanitary and storm sewers have been laid and filled with water and are ready for inspection (prior to backfilling). |
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Plumbing Rough-In |
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When the plumbing and interior waterlines have been roughed in and filled with water and are ready for inspection. |
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Framing Inspection |
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When the roof is shingled and the windows are installed, but before any insulation is installed. |
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Insulation Inspection |
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After insulation and vapour barrier is installed, but before wall finish is installed. |
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Pre-Occupancy |
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Prior to occupancy of a newly constructed dwelling or addition. |
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Completion |
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When all work is completed and a Final Inspection has taken place. |
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