How Do I:

Schedule an Inspection
For information pertaining to your specific project or to schedule an inspection, please contact the inspector listed on the front of your building, plumbing or mechanical permit. For additional contact information, a complete list of BCI inspectors and their phone numbers can be access by clicking this link.

Check Inspection Results
Inspection results are posted to the permit on the next business day and those results, along with other permit history, can be viewed on line by following these steps:

• http://cagis.hamilton-co.org/opal/ezTrakSearch.aspx?entcode=cinc
• Enter the Project Address or the Permit/Case#. This will open a screen that contains general information, approvals and inspection results.

Verify that a Contractor is Registered
To view the registered contractor list, use the following link.

• http://cagis.hamilton-co.org/opal/registeredContractors.aspx?entcode=cinc
• From this point, enter the contractors name or search by contractor type.
  • If the contractor you are looking for is not listed, please contact Cheryl Alexander at 513-352-3260 for further assistance.

Become a Registered Contractor
Contractors wishing to be registered shall make application to the Bureau of Buildings and Inspections where their application for registration will be reviewed and processed based on the minimum requirements that are listed in the ordinance.

For a summary of the ordinance and the required forms please visit http://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/bldginsp/pages/-17928-/