Schedule an Inspection of Permitted Work

Step 1.What you'll need

Permit Number (ex. BC-ELEC-2024-9234)

Note: You can schedule online for all building and trade inspections except those done by the Fire Department. To request an inspection by the Fire Department, please call 616-456-3818.

Step 2.The scheduling form

Begin by visiting our WebPermits website, found here.

• Type your permit number, including all letters, numbers, and dashes (ex. BC-ELEC-2022-9901).
• The next page shows the address and any previously scheduled inspections.
• Click the Schedule Inspection link at the top of the page.
• The inspection type options vary based on the type of permit. Click the one you'd like to schedule, as well as a preferred inspection date and time block (AM/PM). All fields with a red asterisk (*) are required.
• Enter the inspection details

Before you finish scheduling, there are a few things the inspector needs. Details about the work that needs inspecting as well as how to access the work site. To do this, click in the Add Comments and Instructions box. Within the box, please provide us the below information about the work site, if applicable:

• Site access information (Is the site open for access? Is there a hidden key or a lockbox? If so, what’s the lockbox code or where is the key located?)
• Location of work to be inspected (ex. 5th floor)
• Scope of work to be inspected
• Site contact name and phone number
• Once you fill all required fields, click on the orange Schedule Inspection button. You will be sent to a new page with a green box that informs you that your inspection has been confirmed.