TOWN OF SCHODACK
265 Schuurman Rd.
CASTLETON, NEW YORK 12033
SCHODACK BUILDING DEPARTMENT

INSPECTIONS CHECKLIST FOR BUILDING PERMITS

Footings
a.   Do footings match plot plan as approved?
b.   Are footings and pier forms ready and sized?
c.   Are rods called for on plans?
d.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Foundation Walls (Poured Concrete)
a.   Are rods called for on plans?
b.   Are rods tied in place?
c.   Is wall centered on footings?
d.   Wall size:  8 in       10 in       12 in
e.   Windows
f.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Foundation Walls (Block)
a.   Is dura wall called for on plan?
b.   Dura wall in place?
c.   Is wall centered on footings?
d.   Block size:  8 in          10 in         12 in
e.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Before backfill Inspection
a.   Have walls been dampered?
b.   Are footing drains outside to air, inside sump?
c.   Stone covered with paper?
d.   Are anchor bolts installed?
e.   2 in. forms outside
f.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Framing Inspection
a.   Are stubs properly set?
b.   Are joists the right size (double under partitions)?
c.   Hangers set and bridging set
d.   Wall braced as needed
e.   Sheathing nailed properly
f.   Trusses braced as needed
g.   Egress window opening (height)
h.   Roof clips (if needed)
i.   Fire stopping in place
   1) Next to stairs
   2) Between garage and house
   3) Soffits 
   4) Over bearing beams
j.   Are headers proper size (double jacks)
k.   Are columns as per plan and secured
l.   Are anchor bolts nuts on
m.   Do floor plans match plans as approved
n.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Safety during construction
a.   Temporary stairs in place
b.   Handrails around openings and balconies
c.   Temporary power
d.   Imposed loads on floor and roof
e.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Mechanical inspection
a.   Sanitary drains tested
b.   Inspection of under floor plumbing
c.   House trap/fresh air inlet
d.   Vents, all fixtures/ 3 in. through roof
e.   Pipes supported/protected
f.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Water Distributing System
a.   Air test on lines
b.   Copper type K or  L / 95-5
c.   Piping properly supported
d.   Metal plates installed
e.   Water meter installed/remote wire/bonding jumper
f.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Electrical Work
a.   Rough electrical inspection date______________
b.   Smoke detector location OK  ______________
c.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Heating System and Air Conditioning
a.   Furnace installed and vented
b.   Power vent/chimney
c.   Remote switch
d.   Oil tank separation OK ____________
e.   Fire valve/metal fill pipe
f.   Piping or duck work installed
g.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Miscellaneous
a.   Bathroom fan led to outside
b.   Kitchen fan led to outside
c.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Insulation inspection before covering
a.   Does insulation match plans submitted?
b.   Vapor barrier installed?
c.   Proper vent in ceiling?
d.   R-Ceiling _________________________
e.   R-Wall ___________________________
f.   Roof vented/soffit vented?
g.   Remarks __________________________________________________________

Separation inspection
a.   Is garage fire rated as per code?
b.   Is door rated as per code with self closer?
c.   Fume spread?
d.   Remarks __________________________________________________________
   
 **For Fireplace Inspections, See Solid Fuel Burning Permit***

Final Inspection before Certificate of Occupancy      Date __________________

a.   Health Department Certificate of Compliance: Date Received ___________
b.   Final electrical done (Sticker on Panel Box _______________________
c.   Smoke alarms working
d.   Stairs, headroom and handrails
e.   Relief valves
f.   Columns secured
g.   Finished floor
h.   Floor or cellar insulation, outside walls
i.   Rough grade
j.   Oil burner switch (Remote)
k.   Emergency exits
l.   Has culvert been installed if needed
m.   Bath vents outside
n.   Fireplace air outside
o.   Protection of foundation insulation
p.   Garage passage door self closing
q.   Water meter installed inside and remote
r.   Remarks __________________________________________________________
 
Certificate of Occupancy Information

_____ Bedrooms    			_____ Basement (Finished - Unfinished)

_____ Bathrooms     			_____ Heat: ____ Hot Air  ___ Hot Water

_____ Garage (Attached - Detached)	____ Air Conditioning

_____ Fireplace(s)			_____ Woodstove(s)

Cross Street _____________________   Off Main Road ____________________

Date ___________________________   Date Expires ____________________
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PERMIT NUMBER: _________________

OWNER NAME: ___________________________________________

OWNER ADDRESS: ________________________________________
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Type of Job:   Circle One - Deck    Shed    Woodstove    Roof    Siding

Fill in type of job not listed above:_______________________________

1. Date:_________________________________________________

2. Date:_________________________________________________

3. Date:_________________________________________________

4. Date:_________________________________________________

5. Date:_________________________________________________

6. Date:_________________________________________________

Comments:_________________________________________________

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