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Residential Occupancy Inspection 2023

by Community Development Director, from the Community

This residential occupancy inspection checklist helps local governments, building departments, and property managers assess a dwelling’s readiness for occupancy. Review smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, egress, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems, interior and exterior conditions, and type of use for rentals, duplexes, and short-term stays. Record permit numbers, parcel IDs, comments, and photos, then generate a certificate of occupancy report.

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Occupancy Check Checklist

This occupancy check checklist helps construction teams confirm a building is safe and compliant before handover. It covers exterior items like caulking, drainage, step dimensions, fire-rated walls, weepholes, and flashing, and interior checks including door and window seals, glazing, smoke alarms, balcony and stair compliance, head height clearances, and bathroom and laundry fittings. Designed for site managers and inspectors to document issues and verify code-ready occupancy.

by Wayne Chan, from the Community

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VRFD Occupancy Inspection Report

The VRFD Occupancy Inspection Report template helps fire and building inspectors assess occupancy classification, business licensing, and core fire protection systems. Sections cover fire alarms, sprinklers, standpipes, kitchen suppression systems, fire safety plans, floors, and general remarks. Capture owner and contact details, hours of operation, and building address. Record inspection dates, document numbers, and approvals to maintain code compliance and streamline review.

by Fire Inspection, from the Community

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Home Inspection Checklist

This home inspection checklist supports residential property managers and landlords in documenting the condition of a house. It covers safety devices like smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, cleanliness ratings, maintenance issues or damages, occupancy details, and room-by-room photo evidence for both interior and exterior areas. The form prompts users to capture tenant names and signatures, add notes, and attach images to ensure complete records. Use this template to standardize inspections, improve documentation, and streamline property upkeep and accountability.

by Courtney faulkner, from the Community

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Building Final Inspection Checklist

This building final inspection checklist supports code enforcement by guiding a comprehensive review of exterior and interior requirements before occupancy. It covers site grading, sidewalks and drives, balconies, porches, stairs, handrails, weatherproofing, and aluminum siding grounding. Interior checks include electrical clearance and certificates, GFCI and AFCI protection, plate covers, smoke and CO detectors on dedicated circuits, bedroom egress, plumbing connections and venting, safety glass, bathroom fan exhaust to exterior, doors and moldings, and heating system operation. It also documents recommendations for Certificate of Occupancy or Completion, captures violations and re-inspection dates, and records required signatures.

by Dave Smith, from the Community

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Residential Occupancy Inspection 2023

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