The following is a check list for obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy
This inspection is a visual inspection mainly looking for safety hazards
and unsanitary conditions along with any Code Violations.
1. House numbers 4”in height.
2. Electric, gas, and water must be turned on at time of inspection.
3. Smoke detectors are required on all levels.
4. Carbon monoxide detector required outside sleeping areas. Exception: All electric and
detached garages.
5. All appliances must be installed properly and be in proper working order. (stoves,
exhaust fans, garbage disposals, etc.).
6. All stairs of three (3) or more steps must have a handrail installed. (must meet current
code).
7. All landings or porches 30” inches in height or higher must have a rail around entire
area.
8. Mobile homes and/or trailers are required to have a section of skirting removed to
check for tie downs every 10ft.
9. A satisfactory lab report, including mercury, shall be required for ALL private
wells. A satisfactory septic certification shall be required for ALL private septic
systems.
Because this is a visual inspection the following is a guide for the homeowner to check to
avoid some code violations. This inspection is not designed to check every outlet, open
and close windows, run appliances through their cycles, and turn on heat during summer
months.
A. All supporting members must be structurally sound (floors, walls, ceilings, roof
members, etc.).
B. Every window, other than a fixed window, shall be capable of being easily opened
and shall be held in position by window hardware (sash cords etc.).
C. Excessive peeling paint, cracked or loose plaster, decayed wood shall be repaired
and or replaced and properly painted.
D. Basements and crawl spaces shall be reasonably free from water and /or dampness.
Sump pumps are acceptable.
E. Wood stoves, fireplaces, fireplace inserts, etc. must be installed in accordance with
the building code.
F. House must be free of insect infestation.