North Carolina S1039 allows owners and contractors to use certified private inspectors for delayed building inspections.

North Carolina S1039, the Construction Inspection Efficiency Act, allows owners, permit holders, contractors, and authorized agents to use certified private construction inspectors or firms for inspections of residential and commercial buildings when local departments fail to inspect within 10 business days or an agreed-upon date. Local governments cannot prohibit the use of private inspectors. The act establishes requirements for inspector certification, registration, reporting, and fees. Inspectors must pass exams and meet experience requirements.

North Carolina S1039 allows owners and contractors to use certified private inspectors for delayed building inspections.

North Carolina S1039, the Construction Inspection Efficiency Act, allows owners, permit holders, contractors, and authorized agents to use certified private construction inspectors or firms for inspections of residential and commercial buildings when local departments fail to inspect within 10 business days or an agreed-upon date. Local governments cannot prohibit the use of private inspectors. The act establishes requirements for inspector certification, registration, reporting, and fees. Inspectors must pass exams and meet experience requirements.