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What to know BEFORE you begin

Home Improvement Process -Overview

Do you need a permit?

Water & Sewer improvements may be required

Accessory Buildings (guest house, shed, etc)

Green Building Program - consider green 

City Processes: 

Applications, Forms & Checklists

Digital Plan Review (Major Improvements)

Historic Neighborhoods

Obtain Minimum Permit Online

Over-the-Counter permits for "minor" home improvements

Is it considered a remodel or new construction?

Plumbing & Landscaping Rebates

Limited Saturday Inspections Available

Homeowners can now request Saturday inspections for:

  * water heaters,

  * hot water recirculator pumps and;

  * swimming pool finals

Because these inspections often require homeowners to be on site and frequently cause interruptions to work/week schedules, the Inspections Services department is now offering Saturday service for a limited number of inspection types.

To schedule a Saturday inspection for the inspection types listed above call (480) 312-HOME (4656) and leave a message with your name, phone number, type of inspection and address. A city of Scottsdale building inspector will return your call to confirm the type of inspection being requested and schedule a time. Our goal is for the inspection to occur within a one hour window of the time identified.

If you have questions about whether an inspection qualifies for this service, please call Steve Gallant at (480) 312-5773.   

Landscaping Assistance

Landscape Workshops

Landscaping Rebates

Adapting a Home for Accessibility

AARP Home Design information