Inspections Division

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I Need a Permit? 

        Answer: click here

• Where do I get permits?
  Answer: click here
  
   
• When do I call for inspections
  
  Answer: Please contact us at 515-239-5153 for an inspection giving us 24 hour notice.

• When are inspections done?

          Answer: Monday thru Friday
              Morning inspections from 9-11:30am
              Afternoon inspections  from 1:30-3:30pm
 

• I have questions about mold
  
  Answer: You can access the following web sites:
  http://www.epa.gov/mold
  http://www.cdc.gov/health/mold.html

• What do I do with my old fire extinguisher?

         Answer: You can take the old fire extinguisher(s) to the following locations: Hokel Machine, Iowa Fire Extinguisher, or the City of Ames Resource Recovery. Please make sure that the fire extinguisher(s) have been discharged first. updated May 16, 2008

• How much will a permit cost me?

        Answer: Please click on the following permits to find their
corresponding fees.

• What does a site plan look like?

        Answer: click to view sample site plan
       
        Building Permit
        Residential Square Footage Valuations
        Sign Permit
        Electrical Permit
        Plumbing/Mechanical Permit
       
       

Email the Inspection Division: inspections@city.ames.ia.us

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