• 2026 Request for Occupancy Inspection

  • Inspection Request Details

  • Inspection Type*

  • Property, Owner, and Buyer Information

    I hereby request (re)inspection of the property knows as:
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Agency and Applicant Information

  • Applicant Type
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Authorization and Closing Details

  • Owner/Agent Signature Date*
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year

  • IF VIOLATIONS ARE FOUND, A NOTICE OF VIOLATION WILL BE ISSUED A COMPLIANCE DATE WILL BE SET. The city of Hazleton does not make Guarantee a Warranty as to the conditions of the buildings and premises inspected, nor does the City of Hazleton assume any liability in the inspection and Certification of Occupancy. The report is not intended to replace a private inspection service or to be used for property purchase/rental/lease guidance. The city of Hazleton suggests that all purchasers employ a private inspection service.

  • Checklist Page Inspection Information

    REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTION Shall comply with Ordinance 2018 IPMC & 2024-13

  • Exterior

  • All steps more than four (4) risers shall be provided with handrails. - 307.1*
  • All Walking surfaces more than 30" above grade shall be provided with guardrails. - 307.1*
  • All leaders and gutters shall be in good repair and functional for the intended use. - 304.7*
  • All exterior lighting shall be operational. - 605.1*
  • All exterior surfaces must be free of chipping/flaking/peeling paint. - 304.2*
  • All exterior surfaces shall be maintained in good condition. - 304.1*
  • Foundations shall be free of open cracks and breaks to prevent dampness. - 304.5, 304.1.1(6)*
  • Roofs and flashings shall be sound and tight as to prevent dampness. - 304.7*
  • Walks and walking surfaces shall be in good repair and free of hazards. - 302.3*
  • Approve address numbers shall be plainly visible to indentify the premises. - 304.3*

  • Interior

  • Smoke detectors shall be located at each floor level, outside bedroom areas, and in each bedroom. CO Detectors needed if fossil fuels being used or attached garage. - 704.2.1.2*
  • Circuit breakers or fuses must be marked indicating area served. - 605.1*
  • All windows shall be free of broken glass, glazing intact, weather tight, and functional. - 305.13*
  • All doors shall be functional. Apartment doors must be fire rated. - 304.15*
  • All exterior doors shall be weathertight. - 304.15*
  • Every habitable space in the dwelling shall contain at least two (2) separate and remote receptacle outlets. - 605.2*
  • All steps over four risers shall be equipped with handrails. - 307.1*
  • Electricity must be functional. - 604.1*
  • Heat must be operational and on (October 1 to May 15). - 602.3*
  • All receptacles and switches must be operational and equipped with approved covers. - 605.2*
  • All plumbing fixtures and piping must be operational and free of leaks. - 504.1*
  • GFI receptacles required in kitchen, bathroom, laundry facilities, basement and exterior. - 605.2*
  • All lighting must be operational and have approved lenses. - 605.3*
  • Approved means of egress from all units and bedrooms - 5.7 sq. ft. minimum. - 702.1*
  • Pressure/temperature relief valves shall extend within 6" of the floor maximum. - 505.4*
  • Units shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound, and sanitary condition. - 305.1*

  • Common Areas

  • All stairways shall have emergency lighting. - IBC-1008.3*
  • All egress discharge shall have emergency lighting of both sides and illuminated exit sign. - 402.2*
  • Every landing shall have ten (10) pounds fire extinguisher. - IBC-906.1*
  • Basement common area or landlord area shall have emergency lighting. - IFC-1008.3*
  • Every building with three (3) or more dwelling units shall have a Knox Box (www.knoxbox.com). - IFC-506.1*

  • RENTAL PROPERTIES MUST BE REGISTERED WITH THE CITY OFHAZLETON

  • Should be Empty: