What is the Building Inspection Division?
The Building Inspection Division is the service area within the Community Development Department that is charged with enforcing the City of San Mateo building and related technical codes. These codes contain the minimum standards to safeguard life, health, property and public welfare. These codes also regulate the design, repair, maintenance, construction, alteration, moving or demolition of buildings in order to ensure the safe use of such buildings.

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1. What is the Building Inspection Division?
2. What services does the Building Inspection Division provide?
3. How do I schedule an inspection?
4. What are the hours of construction?
5. Can I request a special time for my inspection?
6. What is the waiting time for an inspection?
7. How do I cancel an inspection?
8. At what stage do I need to call for an inspection?
9. When will I need a special Inspection?
10. When do I need a Certificate Of Occupancy?
11. When would I need a Temporary Certificate Of Occupancy?
12. What types of complaints does the Building Inspection Division handle?
13. How do I comply with a "Notice of Correction/Stop Work Order"?
14. How do I schedule a Residential Fire Sprinkler Inspection?
15. How do I schedule an inspection for a fire permit (other than Residential Fire Sprinklers)?