Building Inspections

In Pinellas County, all permitted building and construction projects require an inspection. Virtual inspections are available for select permit types. 

For inspection questions or concerns, contact our Inspections Department at (727) 464-3888, Option 1, or email Building@Pinellas.gov

Inspection Tracker

Skip the wait times on the phone and see the latest updates about your inspector’s visit through text and email alerts.

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Schedule, Change or Cancel an Inspection

Schedule an Inspection Online

Schedule an Inspection Online

Schedule online using the Pinellas County Access Portal. You must create an account first, and you will need to have your assigned permit number. You can schedule an inspection as far as nine business days in advance. 

  • Visit the Pinellas County Access Portal.
  • You must be logged in to make, change, or cancel inspections.
  • On the welcome page, select Schedule an Inspection.
  • Select your record/permit number.
  • Select the blue Schedule/Request an Inspection link.
  • You will see an inspection list appear. Select an inspection and continue.
  • Select a date and all day. Then continue.
  • Make sure the location and contact information is correct. Change contact if needed, then continue.
  • Add notes if needed and continue.
  • Verify all information and select Finish
Schedule Inspections Video Tutorial

Reschedule an Inspection Online

  • Visit the Pinellas County Access Portal
  • You must be logged in to make, change, or cancel inspections.
  • Select Schedule a Building Inspection.
  • Click on your record number.
  • Select Actions.
  • Select Reschedule.
  • Select your new date, all day, then continue.
  • Make sure the address is correct. Change the contact if needed and continue.
  • Add notes if needed and continue.
  • Verify all information and select Finish

Cancel an Inspection Online

  • Visit the Pinellas County Access Portal.
  • You must be logged in to make, change, or cancel inspections.
  • Select Schedule a Building Inspection.
  • Click on your record number.
  • Select Actions.
  • Select Cancel.
  • Select Cancel Inspection. 

To cancel a Same Day inspection, please call the Inspections Department at (727) 464- 3888, Option 1

Schedule an Inspection by Text

Schedule an Inspection by Text

To schedule an inspection, text “Schedule” to 844-746-1717. You’ll need to provide your permit number and the four-digit inspection code you would like to schedule. See example below.

Reschedule an Inspection by Text 

To reschedule an inspection, text “Reschedule” to 844-746-1717. You’ll need to provide your permit number.

To reschedule or cancel after 7:00 AM the day of the inspection, please call the Inspection Desk at (727) 464- 3888, Option 1. Failure to inform us may result in fees.

Cancel an Inspection by Text

To cancel an inspection, text “Cancel” to 844-746-1717. You’ll need to provide your permit number. 

To reschedule or cancel after 7:00 AM the day of the inspection, please call the Inspection Desk at (727) 464- 3888, Option 1. Failure to inform us may result in fees.

Schedule an Inspection by Phone

Call the Automated Phone System at (727) 453-4000. You will need to have your inspection code and your assigned permit number.  

Calls received before 3:30 p.m. may be scheduled for the next business day. Calls received after 3:30 p.m. will be scheduled for the second business day. 

You can schedule an inspection as far as nine business days in advance. 

  • Select 1 to schedule an inspection, 2 to reschedule or cancel, 3 to get inspection results, 0 to talk to staff.
  • Select your permit letters (1 BC, 2 BR, 3 EBP, 4 CBP, 5 RUP, 6 HTP, 7 CB, and 8 CW).
  • Choose your year.
  • Enter your five digits.
  • Select inspection type by entering the four-digit inspection code.
  • Select a date.

View an Inspection Result

  • Visit the Pinellas County Access Portal.
  • Type your permit number in the search box Ex: EBP-22-01234. 
  • Select the Record Info link.
  • Select the Inspections link.
  • Your results will appear below. 

You can also check inspection results by texting “Results” to 844-746-1717. You’ll need to provide your permit number. 

Complete a Virtual Inspection

Customers can now complete certain inspections virtually, without waiting for an in-person inspector. Visit the Virtual Inspections page to see which permit types are eligible for virtual inspections. 


Inspection Numbers and Types 

NumberType
2301E – Sign Final
2304E – Solar Photovoltaic Final
2303P – Solar Domestic Water Heater Final
2302B – Solar Pool/Spa Heater Final

Building Inspections

NumberType
1002B – Footing
1004B – Slab
1006B – Lintel
1008B – Roof Sheathing
1009B – Wall Sheathing
1010B – Insulation
1012B – Roof Dry-in
1014B – Flashing
1016B – Frame
1018B – Wall Dry-in
1020B – Lath
1022B – Dry wall
1024B – Roof Covering
1026B – Column
1028B – Fire Wall
1030B – Steel
1032B – Deck
1036B – Press Test
1040B – Tie Backs
1041B – Caps
1042B – Beams
1043B – Mobile Home Tie Down
1046B – Fire or Vehicle Damage
1050B – Niche
1051B – Static Water
1052B – Partial Final Pool Protect
1060B – Track
1065B – Fill Cell
1070B – Strapping
1075B – Reroof in Progress
1097B – Partial Final
1099B – Final
2302B – Solar Pool/Spa Heater Final

Chemical Inspections

NumberType
1600C – 1st Rough
1697C – Partial Final
1699C – Final

DRS Finals

NumberType
3002ENGR – Final and/or CO 

Electrical Inspections

Number Type
1100E – Sawpole
1102E – Slab
1104E – First Rough
1106E – Temporary Power
1108E – Service
1110E – Pool Bond
1114E – Wet Niche Bond
1116E – Fire or Vehicle Damage Insp
1118E – Ceiling Rough
1122E – TUG Inspection
1140E – Partial Rough
1150E – Rough FA
1151E – Partial Rough FA
1152E – Partial Final FA
1153E – Final FA
1154E – Partial Rough Low Voltage
1155E – Partial Final Low Voltage
1197E – Partial Final
1199E – Final
2301E – Sign Final
2304E – Solar Photovoltaic Final

Gas Inspections

NumberType
1500G – 1st Rough Gas Complete
1502G – Aboveground Tank
1504G – Aboveground Tank
1505G – 1st Rough Piping and PT Int
1506G – 1st Rough Piping and  PT UG
1508G – Piping Ext or Underground
1509G – Appliance Install Only
1510G – Gas Generator Set and Anchor
1540G – 1st Rough Piping and PT Ext
1542G – 1st Rgh Gas Venting Only
1597G – Partial Final
1599G – Final

Hood Inspections

NumberType
1400H – 1st Rough
1497H – Partial Final
1499H – Final

Mechanical Inspections

NumberType
1200M – 1st Rough
1201M – Partial Rough
1202M – Oil
1204M – Furnace
1206M – Boiler
1208M – Downdraft KV
1297M – Partial Final
1299M – Final

Plumbing Inspections

NumberType
1300P – 1st Rough
1302P – 2nd Rough
1306P – Sewer
1308P – Water Svc
1310P – Big Tub
1312P – DWV/Roof
1314P – Shower Pans  Only
1316P – Irrigation BFD
1320P – UG Storm Piping
1321P – Storm Sewer
1322P – Storm Conductors
1323P – Roof Drains
1324P – Tub Set Only
1325P – Grease Interceptors
1327P – Water Pipe Only
1330P – Tankless W/H
1332P – Medical Gas 1st Rough
1333P – Medical Gas 2nd Rough
1397P – Partial Final
1399P – Final
2303P – Solar Domestic Water Heater Final

Refrigeration Inspections

NumberType
1700R – 1st Rough
1710R – Pressure Test
1797R – Partial Final
1799R – Final