Building Inspection – City of Palo Alto, CA

The normal work hours for inspectors are Monday through Friday 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Overtime inspection requests between 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm will be charged at 1.5 times the hourly rate. Overtime inspection requests between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM on weekdays, or any requests for Saturday or Sunday inspections, will be charged at 2.0 times the hourly rate. There is a two-hour minimum for overtime inspection requests after 6:00 PM.  If more than two hours are needed, an estimated time must be noted on the request and approved by the Chief Building Official.

To make a request, complete the Request for After Hours or Weekend Inspection Form and email it to [email protected].

A 5-day advanced notice is required for all after hours inspection requests. You will be contacted by the Building Department once your request has been approved or denied.