Building

Building Inspections

Information on scheduling and required materials for inspections are included below; however, if you have any questions, please feel free to email inspections@washoecounty.gov or call (775) 328-2020.

Scheduling

Building Inspections are scheduled via Building Inspections App, email or voicemail.

Building Inspection App: Download the Washoe County Building Inspection App by visiting the App Store or Google Play. When using the App, inspections can be scheduled up until 11:00 pm to request a next day inspection. The App also shows the time and inspectors name the day of the inspection. 

Email or Voicemail: Inspections can be scheduled for the next day or later via email inspections@washoecounty.us, or by leaving a voicemail at (775) 325-8000. Please call and schedule by 4pm. Please not that days/times are requests only and are not guaranteed. 

Requirements for Scheduling Inspections By Phone or Email

When scheduling inspections via email or voicemail please leave the following information: 

• Permit number
• Address of job
• Type of inspection(s)
• Date inspection requested 
• Contact name and phone number

Checking Inspection Times

• The Washoe County Building Inspection App includes the time and inspections name.
• To receive a specific inspection time when scheduling by phone or email, please call (775) 328-2020 the day of the inspection between 8:00am - 8:30am.

Scheduling Using App

Required Materials

Materials commonly required during a building inspection

Revisions Response Letter
If revisions are required please make sure you have a cover letter with the plan sheets that are being revised. Washoe County Revisions Template.