Inspections

Miami-Dade County now performs both virtual and onsite inspections. Virtual inspections are selected by each trade Division, and the selection is shown on each inspector's route daily.

To track onsite or virtual inspections, visit Track Inspections

Quick Note on Virtual Inspections

Virtual inspections are conducted using a video call on smart phone or tablet to interact with the inspector, without the inspector having to be physically present at the job site. Virtual inspections are performed using the "WhatsApp" and/or Microsoft Teams application(s) on your smart phone. Download the app from your phone's app store to be prepared for your inspection beforehand.

You may contact your inspector daily via phone or email between 7 a.m. - 8 a.m. Inspectors are unavailable after this time for customer contact. If unable to reach the inspector, you may still track your inspection via "Track Inspections", which updates after each inspector results input.

Why do I need an inspection?

Inspections are required for new construction, remodeling/renovations, and other mechanical, electrical and plumbing work. Depending on the types of permits, different inspections may be required, including Building (electrical, fences, mechanical, plumbing, shutters, utility sheds, windows), Zoning (landscaping, Certificate of Use), and/or Fire inspections. Inspections are required prior to covering any part of the construction. Inspectors must have access to your work before closing/concealment. An inspection is required prior to covering up any part of the construction. Inspections are performed between 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

What is required for inspections?
Your approved and stamped plans and permit card must be at the construction site and the address properly posted and visible from the street.

As part of the building permit process, Zoning inspections will be required to determine whether the landscape and site plan has been executed according to the requirements of the approved plan leading to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or a commercial shell Certificate of Completion.

When can I schedule or cancel an inspection?
To request an inspection, you need your permit number and three-digit inspection code. Your inspection code can be found on your Permit Card after you enter your Process Number under “Required inspections,” or on this list of inspection codes.

You may schedule an inspection Monday through Friday using one of the following methods one business day prior to the day you wish to have an inspection (before 4 p.m.):

Schedule an inspection online
Call the Automated System at 305-591-7966
Call the Permit Counter at 786-315-2100

Cancel or reschedule an inspection. The option to cancel inspections from the same day route is only available from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m.

Need inspection assistance?
Customers may register discuss inspection results and/or resolve inspection issues with Inspection Supervisors using MeetQ.

For additional inspection assistance, contact the Permit Section at 786-315-2100 or e-mail [email protected].

Forms and Affidavits
- Energy, Sound, and Impact (Insulation) Certificate
  Submit this form when energy, sound, and impact insulation has been installed for your project in compliance with the Florida Building Code, the approved energy calculations and plans and in accordance with good construction practice
- Envelope Leakage Test Report (Blower Door Test)
  Pursuant to Section R402.4.1.2 of the Florida Building Code, 6th Edition (2017) Energy Conservation, a building or dwelling unit must be tested and verified for air leakage using a blower door test. A written report must then be provided to the code official.
- Overtime Inspection Request
  The Overtime Inspection Request form must be completed, signed and submitted before 2 p.m. to be processed for the same day. Please ensure that requests are submitted to the trade secretary for handling. For the correct contact information, see our Contact Us page
- Special Inspector Employment Notice
  Inspections performed by the Special Inspector hired by the owner are in addition to the mandatory inspections performed by the department.
- Special Inspector Employment Notice for Lightweight Insulating Concrete Installation
  The Miami-Dade County Building Official must be notified of the final inspection.
- Special Inspector Report - Lightweight Insulating Concrete (LWIC)
  All the LWIC installed must follow the requirements of the Florida Building Code, the LWIC Product Approval NOA and the LWIC manufacturers’ recommendations and specifications.
- Threshold (Special) Inspector Building Affidavit
  The Threshold (Special) Inspector will be responsible to the Building Official and must perform the inspections in accordance with the approved structural inspection plan and the permitted documents.
- Threshold (Special) Inspector Building Completion Statement
  By the completion of this form, the architect/engineer states that to the best of the architect's/engineer's knowledge and belief, the construction of all structural load-bearing components of the above-described project complies with the permitted documents.
Guidelines and Checklist
- Building Inspection Guidelines and Checklist
  All Inspectors must read and become familiar with these procedures.
- Electrical Inspection Checklist
  The Inspection Guidelines form lists the general requirements.
- Electrical Inspection Checklist for Elevators - Temporary for Test Procedure
  This checklist provides Temporary for Test Procedure information.
- Electrical Inspection Checklist - Work-With Procedure
  A work-with inspection authorizes the power company to disconnect and reconnect an electrical service for repair or alteration by a qualified permit holder.
- Mechanical Inspection Guidelines and Checklist
  All Inspectors must read and become familiar with the procedures on the Mechanical Inspection Guidelines and Checklist.
- Plumbing Inspection Guidelines and Checklist
  All Inspectors must read and become familiar with these procedures.
- Why Did I Fail My Inspection?
  Read common reasons why building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and roofing inspections do not pass.
40-year Recertification forms
- Check out General Guidelines and Form Templates related to 40-Year recertification, by visiting 40-Year Recertification
Grow House Inspections

Per Miami-Dade County Code, inspections of grow houses are required before the structure is deemed safe for use. Upon completion of inspections, a report must be submitted to certify there are currently no unsafe or hazardous conditions existing in the structure; that all building code violations have been corrected; and that the structure is safe for occupancy.
The Alternative Plan Review and Inspections (Private Provider) program allows the "Fee Owner," the option of using a Private Provider to conduct plan review and inspection duties in lieu of the municipal building department personnel.

Under the Professional Certification Program, the Building Official for Miami-Dade will not review the plans submitted or perform the code inspections, subject only to the Quality Assurance Program established by ordinance. You may schedule inspections Monday through Friday using one of the following methods one business day prior to the day you wish to have an inspection (before 4 p.m.):
- Schedule an inspection online
- Call the Automated System at 305-591-7966
- Call the Permit Counter at 786-315-2100.
All work must be inspected and deficiencies will be noted by the building inspector. When the work to be inspected is only partially complete, the inspection will be performed on the completed work, if the Building Code(s) can be applied to these portions.

A permit holder must pay a fee for each additional inspection required to assure compliance with applicable Building Code(s) beyond the initial and one follow-up inspection.
- Pay permit re-inspection fees by using the permit
- Make a Fire Inspection request, view inspection history and pay for inspection fees.
To find out if your inspection is on today’s route, enter your permit number, Certificate of Use or boiler certificate number on the Routes & Results application webpage. The route will display the inspector's picture and a list of inspections that will be performed that day. Your inspection will be highlighted indicating your stop on the route.

Essential information related to inspections:
- Inspectors' routes are being reorganized between 7 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. Verify the order of your inspection after that time. If you cannot find your inspection after these hours, it is likely not scheduled for that day. Call 786-315-2100 or email [email protected] for further assistance
- Assist us in expediting the roofing inspection process by having an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) approved ladder on the jobsite for use by the inspector on the day of inspection
- Visit the Fire Inspections Routes and Results for information on Fire Rescue inspections
- For Public Works Inspections, complete the online Inspection Request
- For Elevator Safety Inspections, visit the Online Inspections System
As part of the building permit process, zoning inspections will be required to determine whether the landscape and site plan has been executed according to the requirements of the approved plan leading to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or a commercial shell Certificate of Completion by the Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources.

The zoning inspector will ensure that, when required, a Landscape Certificate and Final "As Built" Survey are available at the time of final inspection. Landscape Certification forms are available upon request. A licensed surveyor must perform an "As Built" Survey. You may access these forms by visiting the Zoning Forms and Checklists.

Zoning inspectors also conduct inspections to approve requests for Temporary Certificates of Occupancy, Temporary Certificates of Use and Temporary Certificates of Completion. These temporary certificates may be granted for up to 90 days and allow the location to be occupied and used with certain restrictions while pending requirements are satisfied. These certificates may be extended for additional periods of time subject to certain conditions.
The Construction, Permitting, and Building Code Division will conduct same-day virtual inspections for applicable Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing permits. Virtual inspections are performed via video call using WhatsApp on a smartphone or tablet, connecting the on-site customer with a county inspector.

Currently, on-demand virtual inspections are available for the following:
- Rough and Final Inspections for Solar Photovoltaic and Electrical Permits associated with a pool permit (Electrical 34 and Electrical 23).
- Final inspections of Residential Mechanical Permits for Air Conditioning changeouts (Mechanical 03 and 10).
- Rough Inspections of Raised Existing Roof Mount Permits (Mechanical 50).
- Pool Piping Inspections of Residential Pool Piping permits (Plumbing 10).