Building Inspections
SCHEDULE INSPECTIONS
Monday-Friday
937-382-3335
- Please have the Permit #, or job address
- Work must be complete prior to inspection
- Request 24-48 hours in advance
- Electrical service reconnects, footer/slab inspections have priority
- Building Permit and approved plans must be on jobsite for inspection
- Clinton County contracts with Warren County Building Department for all building inspections
Building Inspections
- Footer/Foundation: Inspection of excavation with concrete grade set and rebar in place.
- Slab: If required, after plumbing inspection is approved with wire mesh and vapor barrier in place.
- Bonding: Mechanical connections of all metal parts within five (5) foot of pool.
- Crawl Space: After beams and joist are set prior to flooring being applied.
- Demolition: After structure has been removed, utilities disconnected and lot graded, a final inspection is required.
- Temporary Pole: This is an optional inspection, meter base and service panel must be set with one (1) GFI outlet.
- Consultation: Set by contractor.
- Rough Building/Electric: Includes rough HVAC. After rough plumbing inspection.
- Insulation: After insulation is completed and any outstanding uncompleted framing and electric items are done.
- Temporary Service Release: Optional; meter base and service panel must be set with one (1) GFI outlet.
- Fireplace: Masonry - at first flue liner. Metal fireplace - once set and flue completed.
- Commercial Fire: Fire suppression, alarm, sprinkler, hood, exits, etc.
- HVAC: All duct work and cold air returns must be completed.
- Gas Line: By power company - outside; by Building Department - inside.
- Final Building/Electric: When house or structure is completed including final plumbing inspection.
- Final Plumbing: Obtain from the Clinton County Combined Health District.
- Trench: CG&E area only. 24" deep trench, red electric line tape pinned to side of trench, 12" above wire.
Codes Effective in Clinton County
- RCO (Residential Code of Ohio) 1, 2, 3 Family 2019
- OBC (Ohio Building Code) - 2017
- NEC (National Electrical Code) – 2017
March 1, 2024, All Commercial Plan Reviews will be subject to the 2023 NEC National Electric Code
Building & Zoning Department Manager
Carrie Smith
General Information
Phone Numbers
937.382.3335
Fax: 937.383.3056
Emergencies: Dial 911
http://clintoncountyoh.evogov.com/media/Building and zoning/building-zoning.jpg