Inspections

Inspections are required for all building, electrical, and mechanical permits issued by the Department of Safety and Permits. Depending on the scope of work approved by the Department of Safety and Permits, an inspection or multiple inspections shall be required as the work progresses.

Schedule your Inspections 

Inspections can only be requested once a permit status is "Issued". Contractors can schedule inspections by emailing the following information to inspections@nola.gov:

• Point of Contact Name 
• Phone number 
• Address of the property 
• Permit Number 
• Type of inspection being requested

Once the inspection request has been processed, the inspection status will update to reflect that the request has been received. Applicants should monitor the One Stop App for updates to the inspection status. In the event the inspection request cannot be scheduled at the requested time, staff will advise what elements need to be resolved or satisfied prior to scheduling approval.  

Third-Party Service Provider Inspections 

Contractors can request an inspection provided by a Third-Party Service Provider (a non-city inspector). These inspections require review of submitted photographs and inspection notes by the City prior to their approval. Third-Party Service Provider may charge separate fees. 

The following is a listed of licensed Third-Party Service Provider in Orleans Parish:

Updated on 4/13/2026

Building Inspections 

• Slab/Foundation - Required if foundation work is part of the scope of work. A slab inspection should take place once all of the forms are erected and reinforcing steel is in place but prior to the pouring of the concrete.
• Rough Framing - An open wall inspection of the studs and framing of a structure. Framing inspections should take place after rough-in (or stud level) mechanical, electrical, plumbing and/or gas work has been completed & passed subsequent inspections.
• Stormwater (if applicable) – If subject to a Stormwater Management Plan, this inspection will verify that all of the stormwater infrastructure has been properly installed per the approved plans. 
• Design Review (if applicable) – If subject to a City Planning Commission approved conditional use, variance, or design review application, this inspection will verify that site complies with the CPC approved plans. 
• Final Inspection – A closed wall inspection meaning a superficial inspection of finished work after repairs or new installations are complete. Passage indicates finalization of this permit’s inspections.
• General Inspection – Can be requested to extend a permit or to document a takeover job; will automatically increase a permit's life span by 180 days (if done before permit expiration).
  • Does not require a Permit Extension Request Form 
  • Applicable to all permit types 

Electrical Inspections 

• Underground Inspectiong – Applicable to conduit or other systems being ran underground to a superstructure or building that will be concealed by earthwork.
• Rough / “Open Wall” Inspection – An open wall inspection of electrical  on the stud level of a building that will be concealed by drywall or other finishes once completed.
• Deck-Bonding Inspection – An electrical, pool inspection that ensures all pool wirings are properly routed to reduce and eliminate electrical hazards
• Temporary 30 Day/Pre-Occupancy Inspection – Applicable only to commercial building uses for the purpose of energizing a building prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for purposes specified (including as State Fire Marshal Inspections)
• Final Inspection / Emergency Reconnect – A closed wall inspection meaning superficial inspection of finished work after repairs or new installations are complete. Passage indicates finalization of this permit’s inspections.

Mechanical Inspections 

• Rough / “Open Wall” Inspection – An open wall inspection of the work.mechanical, electrical, plumbing or gas work on the stud level of a building that will be concealed by drywall or other finishes once completed.
• Underground Inspection – Applicable to conduit or other systems being ran underground to asuperstructure or building that will be concealed by earthwork. 
• Final Inspection – A closed wall inspection meaning superficial inspection of finished work after repairs or new installations are complete. Passage indicates finalization of this permit’s inspections.  

Plumbing Inspections

Plumbing inspections can be requested through The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans.

Roofing Inspections

Re-reoofing permits are the only permit type that does not require a scheduled inspection. There are FOUR phases of re-roofing. A minimum of 4 geotagged photos (one from each side) of each stage is required. These can be submitted online through the One Stop App.

• Removal of existing roof material 
• Installation of water intrusion resistant underlayment 
• Installation of the drip-edge and flashing 
• Installation of shingles or metal panels 

Once all of the required 16 geotagged Inspection Photos have been uploaded to the corresponding permit’s documents on the One Stop App, email inspections@nola.gov with the permit number to inform our Building Inspectors that all Inspection Photos have been submitted and are ready for review.