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Building Inspections

Confirm Your Inspection

Inspections are required to ensure work is done safely. They are performed the day after you schedule them. You have until midnight to schedule an inspection for next day service.

There are two steps involved in scheduling an inspection: request and confirm.

Request an inspection

You can request an inspection online, by phone or email.

1. Set up an account

Register for an Accela online permit system account. If you already have an account, skip this step.

2. Link your account

To schedule inspections online, you must have a registered Accela account linked to your project. To link your account to your project, email buildingtech@walnut-creek.org.  Provide the following in your email

  • permit number
  • email address associated with your Accela online permit system account
  • your relationship to the project

3. Sign in

Sign in to the Accela online permit system

4. Navigate to Building Permits

Complete the online application.

5. Confirm your inspection

Inspections are performed the day after you schedule them.

Confirm Your Inspection

 

 

Keep in mind

  • Conditions to your building permit could prevent a final inspection from being scheduled, such as an incomplete waste management plan or approval from other agencies. Check your job card or call (925) 943-5834 to see if there are outstanding conditions that prevent you from scheduling your final inspection.

  • Although next day inspections are typical, they cannot be guaranteed. Unforeseen circumstances such as staffing levels or unusual demand could result in your inspection being scheduled the following day.

Special inspections

Some building permits require special inspections. Check your job card or call (925) 943-5834 to see if these are required.

Contact

  • General questions: 925-943-5834
  • Inspection request: 925-943-5833