Schedule or Cancel an Inspection

Notice

The Permitting Services office is open to the public, however, we still want to keep gatherings to a minimum. Virtual and face-to-face appointments are encouraged to eliminate wait times.

Are you at a point in your project where you need an inspector to conduct an inspection?

All issued permits require an inspection. Inspections are required at various points in your project. You can schedule, reschedule, or cancel inspections online, via text or by phone. View our Permitting inspection codes.

For same-day inspection cancelations, please contact an inspection supervisor.

For same-day or after-hours inspections, view the Overtime Inspection Request webpage.

You can also schedule a virtual inspection for certain single-family and duplex projects.

Online

Step 1.Make sure your project is ready for an inspection

Before you schedule an inspection, make sure you have the following in a visible area at the job site for the inspector:

  • An approved set of plans (and revisions).
  • Issued permit and inspection sign-off sheet.
  • A copy of the recorded Notice of Commencement.
  • Any engineering documents for the project.

Keep in mind: If your permit is open for six months without an inspection, it will expire.

Step 2.Schedule your inspection

Enter your permit number and select “Schedule Inspection.” View inspection types/codes. 

If you are unable to schedule your inspection, please click here.

Schedule an Inspection

Step 3.View inspection status

You can view the completed inspection results by selecting the "View Inspections" tab.

View Inspection Status

Step 4.Schedule any re-inspections necessary

Failed and partially approved inspections require rescheduling. Failed or same day cancellation (within 24 hours or less) may be subject to a fee that must be paid prior to scheduling inspections.

You can view inspection status and comments as well as pay fees and schedule inspections by clicking the button below. 

Pay and Schedule Re-inspection 

By Text

Step 1.Make sure your project is ready for an inspection

Before you schedule an inspection, make sure you have the following at the job site:

  • An approved set of plans (and revisions)
  • A valid permit and permit card
  • A copy of the recorded Notice of Commencement
  • Any engineering documents for the project.

Make sure you post your permit and that it is visible from the street and accessible to the inspector.

Keep in mind: If your permit is open for six months without an inspection, it will expire.

Step 2.Schedule your inspection via text message

Text “INSPECTION” to 866.205.3881 to be walked through the process step-by-step. Helpful prompts will ask for your permit number, inspection code and preferred date and time in order to assist you in completing your desired action in just a few text messages.

Text “SCHEDULE” followed by your permit number, inspection code and date (for example: SCHEDULE BLD2018-00000 100 8/3) if you have all your permit information, and do not need step-by-step assistance. Using this option reduces the number of texts you send and receive, speeding up your scheduling process.

If you have any questions, call us at 407.246.3254.

Step 3.View inspection status

Once your inspection is complete, you can view your inspection status and comments using our Permit Lookup tool.

View Inspection Status

Step 4.Schedule any re-inspections necessary

If you did not pass your inspection, you will need to resolve the issues the inspector shared and schedule another inspection. Before scheduling your re-inspection, you will need to pay a re-inspection fee. You can pay that fee and schedule your inspection using our Permit Lookup tool.

Pay and Schedule Re-inspection

Step 5.Cancel or reschedule an inspection

You can also use our Permit Lookup tool to reschedule or cancel an inspection. Please note that you cannot reschedule or cancel an inspection on the same day by using the tool. You will need to contact your inspector and pay a $50 fee for same-day cancellations.

By Phone

Step 1.Make sure your project is ready for an inspection

Before you schedule an inspection, make sure you have the following at the job site:

  • An approved set of plans (and revisions)
  • A valid permit and permit card
  • A copy of the recorded Notice of Commencement
  • Any engineering documents for the project.

Make sure you post your permit and that it is visible from the street and accessible to the inspector.

Keep in mind: If your permit is open for six months without an inspection, it will expire.

Step 2.Schedule your inspection via phone

To access our automated system, Dial 407.246.4444

  • Main Greeting, then Press (2) To continue in Espanol
  • Hear important message, if any.

From the Main Menu:

  • Press (1) For construction inspections, permit or license information
  • Enter “Option 1” twice to schedule an inspection.
  • When prompted, select your permit type, and then enter the Permit Number.
  • The system will confirm your selection.
  • Enter the Inspection Code
  • Enter the Inspection Date. The cut-off time for same day inspections is 6 a.m.
  • After you have scheduled the inspection, you will be able to:
    • Leave a message for the inspector
    • Request another inspection, same permit
    • Request another inspection, different permit
    • Get a Confirmation Number and end call.
    • Use a Confirmation Number when inquiring about this telephone request.

If you have any questions, call us at 407.246.3254.

Step 3.View inspection status 

To access our automated system, Dial 407.246.4444

  • Enter “Option 1” and then “Option 3” to obtain inspection results.
  • When prompted, select your permit type, and then enter the Permit Number.
  • The system will confirm your selection.
  • Enter the Inspection Code.

Step 4.Schedule any re-inspections necessary

If you did not pass your inspection, you will need to resolve the issues the inspector shared and schedule another inspection. Before scheduling your re-inspection, you will need to pay a re-inspection fee. You can pay that fee and schedule by calling our automated system at 407.246.4444.

Contact Us

Phone

407.246.2271

Email

digitalpermits@orlando.gov

Main Office

Permitting Services Division
400 South Orange Avenue, 1st Floor
Orlando, FL
32801
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