Check driveway conditions. Section 302.3
Check for over ½” cracks and voids, damaged sections of deteriorated driveways (filled or patched). Surface differentials of ¾” or more shall be eliminated. Driveways shall be maintained. Gravel is acceptable if existing and maintained.
Deteriorated overhang, loose roof shingles, roofing flashing and vents shall be repaired/replaced. Roofs shall be sound, tight and have no defects that admit rain.
Deteriorated overhang, loose roof shingles, roofing flashing and vents shall be repaired/replaced. Roofs shall be sound, tight and have no defects that admit rain.
Verify acceptable & visible house address numbers. Section 303.3
House address numbers shall be 4” minimum high, ½” stroke width visible from the street. Missing numbers shall be replaced.
Check derelict vehicle & garage door conditions.
Sections 302.8 & 303.15
Derelict and unlicensed vehicles shall be removed from the premises. Deteriorated garage doors shall be repaired.
Check decorative feature conditions. Section 303.8
Examples of a missing column support, deteriorated fascia and gable vent that require repair to maintain a safe condition.
Check decorative feature conditions. Section 303.8
Example of a missing column support at a residence entry. Check fascia and gable vent conditions.
Check fascia & soffit conditions.
Examples of a deteriorated fascia and soffit that require repair and anchorage to maintain a safe condition.
Check fascia & soffit conditions.
Examples of a deteriorated fascia and soffit that require repair and anchorage to maintain a safe condition.
Check guttering system conditions. Section 303.7
Leaves and foreign matter shall be cleaned out from gutters and downspouts. Damaged and loose downspouts and gutters shall be repaired/replaced/secured.
Check exterior door conditions. Section 303.15
All exterior doors, door assemblies and hardware shall be maintained in good condition. Fit and adjust door to operate properly. Deteriorated doors, jambs, thresholds, weatherstripping and hardware shall be repaired/replaced.
Check doors for proper operation.
Sections 303.14 & 303.15
Open and close doors to verify proper operation. Check for insect screens for each functional window and patio door.
Check window conditions.
Section 303.13
Every window, skylight, door and frame shall be kept in sound condition, good repair and weather tight. Glazing shall be maintained free from cracks and holes.
Check
Every door, window and other outside opening required for ventilation of habitable rooms or food preparation areas shall have tightly fitting screens of not less than 16 mesh per inch.
Check debris, litter & tall grass. Sections 302.1, 302.4 & 305
All rubbish, garbage, yard waste shall be removed and disposed of. Grass over 8” in height shall be cut.
Check condition of fences. Sections 302.7 & 303.2
Examples of deteriorating fences requiring repair, paint/stain and maintenance.
Check condition of fences.
Sections 302.7 & 303.2
Example of a deteriorating fence requiring repair and maintenance.
A hazardous electrified fence. Sec 3110.1 #3,SLCRO Chap 1115 prohibits this.
Check swimming pool conditions. Section 302.7.2
Swimming pools shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition in good repair, drained or properly winterized in off-seasons.
Check swimming pool gate/latching/closing. Section 302.7.2
Fences around pools shall be 4 foot high and use gate latch hardware not accessible to small children. Gates are required to be self-closing and selflatching from a still position 6” from the gatepost.
Any missing covers on electric disconnects, deteriorated and defective electrical wiring or equipment shall be repaired/replaced to eliminate hazards. Disconnect must be installed on the exterior of the structure.
Check exterior painting & accessory buildings.
Sections 302.9, 303.6 & 302.7
Exterior surfaces where chipping and peeling paint occurs shall be scraped and repainted. Accessory structures shall be maintained structurally sound and in good repair.
Check exterior painting & accessory buildings. Section 302.7 & 303.6
All exterior surfaces where chipping and peeling paint occurs shall be scraped and painted. Accessory structures shall be maintained structurally sound and in good repair.
Check foundation and retaining wall conditions.
Sections 303.5 & 302.7
Verify that foundation walls are maintained plumb and free from open cracks and breaks. Retaining walls shall be maintained structurally sound and in good repair.
Check foundation and retaining wall conditions.
Sections 303.5 & 302.7
Verify that foundation walls are maintained plumb and free from open cracks and breaks. Retaining walls shall be maintained structurally sound and in good repair. ¼” cracks must be filled/sealed.
Check exterior wall conditions. Section 303.6
Check for melted, deformed, damaged and missing siding. Siding replacement must be with similar materials.
Check chimney conditions.
Section 303.11
All chimneys shall be maintained structurally safe and sound and in good repair. Loose areas and cracked masonry joints shall be repaired, replaced, and/or tuckpointed. Repair/replace deteriorated chimney caps.
Check wall exhaust vent conditions.
Sections 603.2 & 603.5
Bathroom, dryer and kitchen exhaust vents shall have self closing covers with screens to minimize air leakage and prevent pests from entering the structure.
Check stair risers, treads, handrails.
Sections 303.10, 304.4 & 304.5
Deteriorated, damaged, loose or missing risers, treads, handrails & guardrails shall be repaired/replaced. New handrails shall be 34” to 38” above the nose of the stair tread or floor. New guardrails shall be 36” minimum height. Stair risers shall maintain the same height and treads the same depth for the length of the stairs so as to avoid a tripping hazard.
Check for correctly installed guardrails.
Sections 303.12 & 304.5
Examples of a loose and damaged guardrail and an acceptable guardrail. New guardrails shall be 36” high where adjacent surfaces are 30” or more below the walking surface. Repair/replaced existing damaged rails.
Exterior outlet receptacles shall have waterproof covers and be protected on a ground fault circuit interrupter circuit.
Exterminate health hazards by thoroughly treating affected areas for insects, pests and rodents according to standard practices.
Check conditions of sidewalks & steps. Section 302.3
Check for cracks and voids needing patching. Damaged sections of deteriorated sidewalks and steps shall be replaced. Surface differentials of ¾” or more shall be removed to eliminate trip hazards.
Fire stops at mechanical, electrical and plumbing penetrations shall be installed.
Verify smoke detector installation. Section 704
New smoke detectors shall be installed if defective or missing. Smoke detectors should be installed in each bedroom, on each floor level and in each hall within 15 feet of a bedroom. They should also be installed on each floor level of multi-family unit common hallways.
Check plumbing for safety and leaks.
Sections 504, 505, 506 & 507
Check hot and cold water lines, water meter and valves for acceptable installation and leaks.
Check plumbing for safety and leaks.
Sections 504, 505, 506 & 507
Deteriorated plumbing such as deteriorated soil stacks and unsecured water lines shall be repaired/replaced. Verify that a clean-out plug is installed in the soil stack.
Check electrical system for safety (sags, etc.).
Sections 604 & 605
All electrical systems, equipment, wiring and appliances shall be properly installed and maintained in a safe and approved manner. Deterioration, damage and defects shall be corrected to eliminate hazards. Look for missing circuit breakers/fuses and open holes in the panel box.
Check electrical system for safety (sags, etc.).
Sections 604 & 605
All electrical systems, equipment, wiring and appliances shall be properly installed and maintained in a safe and approved manner. Deterioration, damage and defects shall be corrected to eliminate hazards.
Check foundation for evidence of leaks.
Section 304.1 & 303.5
Leaking and cracked foundation walls shall be repaired and maintained in a sanitary condition, in good repair, and be structurally sound. ¼” cracks must be filled/sealed.
3 sheet metal screws shall be installed at each metal flue joint. Properly seal opening around furnace flue at chimney. Check for deteriorated or missing chimney cap.
Check water heater fittings, pressure relief valve (PRV), and the flue for leaks. Sections 505.4
Check for deteriorated unions and for secured conduits.
Missing blow-off arms shall be installed.
Check for a Pressure Relief Valve and 3 screws connecting the flue.
Check gas line shut-off valves at all gas appliances.
Sections 603.1 & 603.5
Check for natural gas shut-off valves on the furnace, water heater, stove/oven and ranges.
Check stair risers, treads, handrails & headroom.
Sections 304.4, 304.5 & 404.3
Deteriorated, damaged, loose or missing risers, treads, handrails & guardrails shall be repaired/replaced. New handrails shall be 34” to 38” above the nose of the stair tread or floor. New guardrails shall be 36” minimum height. Stair risers shall maintain the same height and treads the same depth for the length of the stairs so as to avoid a tripping hazard. Stairs shall have a ceiling height of not less than 6’-8”.
Check jumper cables at water meter. Section 605.1
A minimum #8 ground-wire jumper cable shall be installed and clamped on both sides of water meter.
Check garage door opener. Section 604.3
Check garage door opener for proper operation and safety over-ride for obstructions under door when closing. Extension cords are not acceptable for garage door opener power supply.
Check garage fire blocking & rating.
Any holes or openings in the gypsum board fire separation wall between the garage and living space or at pipe and wire penetrations shall be repaired/replaced. Fire stops may be 22 gauge steel sheet metal, ¾” plywood or ½” gypsum board.
Check interior dimensions of bedrooms.
o Document room dimensions on checklist
• 70-99 SF for one person
• 100-149 SF for two people
• 50 SF for each additional person
Check stair risers, treads, handrails & guardrails.
Sections 304.4 & 304.5
Deteriorated, damaged, loose or missing risers, treads, handrails & guardrails shall be repaired/replaced. New handrails shall be 34” to 38” above the nose of the stair tread or floor. New guardrails shall be 36” minimum height. Stair risers shall maintain the same height and treads the same depth for the length of the stairs so as to avoid a tripping hazard. Stairs shall have a ceiling height of not less than 6’-8”.
Check electric receptacles for open grounds. Section
Open grounds discovered with a plug-in ground tester on receptacle outlets shall be corrected.
Check for improper wiring, splices not enclosed in closed junction boxes and loose, hanging wires not enclosed in conduit, extension cord use.
Check floor, walls and ceilings.
Sections 304.1 & 304.3
Drywall cracks/breaks, missing door trim and defective wall finishes shall be repaired/replaced. Peeling, chipping, flaking or abraded paint, cracked or loose plaster, decayed wood and other defective surface conditions shall be repaired, removed or covered.
Every public hall, interior stairway, toilet room, kitchen, bathroom, laundry room boiler room and furnace room shall contain at least one light fixture. Repair/replace broken fixtures.
Verify the type of egress door locks.
Section 702.3
All means of egress doors shall be readily openable from the inside without the need for keys, special knowledge or effort. Thumb-turn deadbolts are acceptable, keyed deadbolts are not permitted. Replace missing hardware.
Verify minimum headroom is met, check room size. Sections 404.3, 404.4 & 404.5
Habitable areas shall have a ceiling height of not less than 7’-0”, 6’-8” for basement laundry, study or recreation areas, and 6’-4” under beams, girders & ducts. Room sizes should meet or exceed minimum sizes in Table 404.5.
Check kitchen exhaust fan.
Sections 603.1 & 603.2
Kitchens shall have exhaust vents with filters, may be re-circulating, shall be vented directly to the exterior or have an operable window.
Check water at kitchen sink & GFCI.
Sections 502.1, 605.1 & 605.2
Test hot and cold water at the kitchen sink tap. GFCI receptacles shall be installed with new kitchen wiring.
Check
Sections 603.2, 603.3, 603.5 & 703
Check plumbing for safety and leaks.
Sections 504, 505, 506 & 507
Check for leaks in water supply lines. Plastic/rubber water lines shall be replaced with approved metallic piping in accordance to the International Plumbing Code.
Check for cracking and gaps in the sealant, caulking and tile mortar around bathtub and shower enclosures. Damaged tub enclosures or shower doors shall be repaired/replaced.
Check GFCI receptacles, lights, vanities. Sections 605.2, 605.3 & 304.1
Check for receptacles in bathrooms. A receptacle may not be included with a bathroom light fixture. Damaged or deteriorated vanities and/or countertops shall be repaired. Remodeling requires GFCI’s.
Check water pressure, hot & cold water, and leaks.
Check for sufficient water pressure, correct hot & cold water connections and leakage around bathtub and fixtures.
Check for bathroom exhaust fans.
Sections 403.1 & 403.2
Adequate ventilation shall be provided with a mechanical fan or window. Exhaust fans shall vent to the exterior and shall be located at the top of a wall or in the ceiling.
New smoke detectors shall be installed if defective or missing. Smoke detectors should be installed in each bedroom, on each floor level and in each hall within 15 feet of a bedroom. They should also be installed on each floor level of multi-family unit common hallways.
Check for restricted egress at windows. Section 702.4
An example of bars on bedroom windows that are permitted if they are releasable or removable from the inside without the use of a key, tool, or force greater than that which is required for normal operation of the opening.
Post notices on vacant houses. All vacant structures and land shall be maintained in a clean, safe, secure and sanitary condition.
Check hosebibbs for leaks & backflow valves. Section 301.3
Leaking hosebibbs shall be repaired/replaced. All plumbing fixtures shall be properly installed and maintained in working order, and shall be kept free from obstructions, leaks and defects.
Check to see if the property is ready for inspection.
• A Re-Occupancy inspection should take approximately 20 to 30 minutes to complete if the property does not have a large number of maintenance and repair items.
• For properties with an inordinate amount of work remaining to perform to meet the International Property Maintenance Code for re-occupancy, the inspection should be rescheduled for a later date to allow the Owner time to correct the deficiencies.
Check the property for possible zoning violations.
• A Re-occupancy inspection should note any possible zoning violations at the property:
• Commercial or military vehicles.
• Buildings or structures erected without permits.
• Animal containment problems.
• Illegal signage.
• Outdoor storage.
• Property Use (i.e. commercial/retail in residential zoning).
