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The owner, contractor or authorized agent must notify the Building Department at 905-309-2022 at least 24 hours in advance of the following stages of work to request an inspection:
1. Outside Sewer & Water Inspection: the completion of the initial water and sewer connections to municipal lines.
2. Footing Inspection: the completion of the excavation and readiness to construct footings (footing forms installed).
3. Backfill Inspection: the completion of the foundation/drainage layer, weeping tile and stone cover (if required) and the readiness for backfill.
4. Plumbing Rough-In Inspection: the completion of the interior drainage, vent system, and hot/cold supply lines all under test.
5. Framing Inspection: the completion of the structural framing interior and exterior after all mechanical systems have been installed where they will interupt the framing system.
6. Insulation Inspection: the completion of the insulation and vapour barrier system and the readiness to apply interior finishes. All penetrations in vapour barrier sealed as required.
7. Occupancy Inspection: the completion of all items required by the Ontario Building Code in order for occupancy.
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