Inspection & Construction Services

Contact the City of Dubuque’s Inspection & Construction Services Division for the development functions listed on this page:

  • Permit Applications

    Receiving and processing permit applications for building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, de-construction, geothermal, solar, signs, storage trailers/containers, and more. 
  • Plan Review

    Coordinating with other City departments to provide a comprehensive plan review, ensuring all work is code compliant prior to issuing permits to avoid costly change orders or work delays during the project. 
  • Inspections

    Staff performs field inspections throughout the project and assists in answering questions or solving problems to ensure project meets all applicable City codes upon completion. 
  • Certificate of Occupancy

    Issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or letter of completion after final inspections are completed.
  • Contractor Licensing

    Administering licenses for the following: sign contractors, solar thermal contractors, electrical/industrial maintenance. 
  • ADA Compliance

    Reviewing plans for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and accessibility codes.
  • Design Review Team Meetings

    Multiple City departments meet weekly with developers, business owners, architects, engineers, and others during the preliminary planning stages of a project or development to support, advise, and review project plans.