2 INSPECTIONS
Once permits are issued and construction commences, DCRA
or approved third party inspectors conduct inspections to
verify that work complies with applicable codes, regulations,
and referenced standards and conforms with approved
construction documents. Final inspection approval is needed
to obtain a certificate of occupancy.
To schedule a plumbing, electrical, fire, construction,
elevator, or boiler inspection, call the Building Inspections
Scheduling unit at (202) 442-9557. You can schedule
construction inspections 24/7 from any phone.
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PERMIT CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE
(202) 478-9292 · dcra.dc.gov
QUESTIONS?
For all questions regarding basic business, corporate, or
non-health related professional licenses, contact DCRA.
For all questions regarding small business opportunities
or certification, contact DSLBD. For all questions regarding
alcoholic beverage licenses, contact ABRA.
CODE COMPLIANCE
Reviews of drawings and submittal documents are performed
by Technical Plan Review Staff to ensure compliance with the
following, where applicable, prior to permit issuance:
• Structural/non-structural
• Plumbing/mechanical
• Accessibility
• Electrical
• Fire
• Green building
• Zoning
• Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)—
stormwater management, soil erosion and sediment
control, and floodplain management
• District Department of Transportation—public space
• Historic Preservation Review Board—historic review
• DC Water
• Other—Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority,
Commission of Fine Arts, National Capital Planning
Commission, and Secret Service
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