Inspections
The Building Inspection Division is the Town’s regulatory organization for assuring that construction work is conducted in compliance with related Town of Apex Ordinances and the building codes of the State of North Carolina.
What inspections are required?
Because construction projects vary greatly as to their type and scope, no one set of guidelines can offer in-depth detail of the inspection process for all projects. A basic room addition requires footing, foundation, rough-in, insulation, and final inspections, respectively. Details of the required components for each of these inspections are listed in the NC State Building Codes. Additionally, information identifying the readiness of projects for inspection and how to schedule inspections is listed in the publication “One and Two Family Dwelling Construction Policies & Inspection Procedures”. Authorization must be obtained from the Code Enforcement Officer after each inspection to proceed to each subsequent step of construction.
What are the office hours?
The Building Inspection Division’s business hours are from 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday.
How can I schedule an inspection?
Inspections must be scheduled the day before the intended inspection, prior to 3pm. They may be scheduled in person at the Building Inspection desk or may be phoned in at (919) 249-3418. The inspection request should include the type of inspection desired, the permit number assigned to the project, the street address, and/or the subdivision and lot number.
Can I as homeowner do my own work?
In most cases NC State laws pertaining to contractors allow homeowners to obtain permits and perform construction work on their personal home. Please contact the Building Inspection Division for more detailed information.