Building Inspection

Building Inspection provides the following services to the Fremont community:
  • Answer building code and inspection requirement questions
  • Finalize permits
  • Perform building inspections to assure compliance with the approved plans
  • Conduct special investigations on in-progress work being done without building permits
Automated Inspection Line
  • Request a building inspection by calling 510-494-4885.
  • Request a commercial AFES, fire alarm, or fire code inspection by email or call 510-494-4428.
  • Have your permit number available when you request an inspection.
  • Inspection requests can be made 24 hours a day, seven days a week on the automated line.
  • Please note that all building and fire inspections must be scheduled before 3:00 pm the day before the appointment.
Online Scheduling for Inspections
Schedule a building inspection online.

Inspection Area Assignments
Find out which inspector is assigned to your area.

Daily Inspection Schedule
  • AM inspections are between 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
  • PM inspections are between 12 p.m.- 4 p.m.
  • Please call your assigned inspector the morning of your inspection for information regarding their inspection route.
  • Please note that a narrower time window is not provided.
Always remember to ask for City identification if someone comes to your door claiming to be a Building Inspector or any other city employee. 


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