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

General Information
Zoning Inspector
Stephen Schroer
Mobile: 937.671.3842
Building & Zoning Department - Administrative Assistant
Lisa Massey
Building & Zoning General Office
Building & Zoning Department Manager
Carrie Smith
Phone Numbers
937.382.3335
Fax: 937.383.3056
Emergencies: Dial 911
Location
111 S Nelson Ave, Suite #8
Wilmington,
OH
45177

Mon-Fri
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM