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Virtual Building Inspections in Martin County

Original title: Virtual Building Inspections | Martin County Florida

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The Frame

What this does

Residents and contractors performing air conditioning, garage door, water heater, or window and door replacements can now complete required inspections remotely, potentially reducing wait times and travel costs.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Contractors

They may use the virtual tool to complete inspections remotely instead of scheduling in-person visits.

Owner-builders

They are eligible to use the virtual inspection tool for qualifying permit types on their own properties.

What changed

No recent stage movement in the current record.

What's next

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Summary

Martin County now offers a virtual inspection service called for specific residential building permits. This tool allows contractors and s to conduct inspections remotely using a smartphone app.

Key Facts

  • Martin County has implemented the VuSpex virtual inspection tool for specific permit types.
  • Eligible permits include: Air Conditioning, Garage Door, Water Heater, and Windows and Doors.
  • Users must download the 'VuSpex GO' app on a smartphone with a camera and internet connection.
  • Users are required to follow specific 'Permit Instruction' PDFs and checklists provided by the county for each project type.
  • The Building Department is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • The Building Department phone number is (772) 288-5489.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use virtual inspections for any building project?
No, virtual inspections are currently limited to air conditioning, garage door, water heater, and window/door permits.
What equipment do I need to perform a virtual inspection?
You need a smartphone with a high-quality camera, a reliable internet signal, and the GO app installed.

Why It Matters

Residents and contractors performing air conditioning, garage door, water heater, or window and door replacements can now complete required inspections remotely, potentially reducing wait times and travel costs.

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Discoveries

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Digitization of Inspections

The county is shifting from mandatory in-person inspections to remote, app-based verification for common residential upgrades.

Connected Entities

organizationMartin County Building DepartmentThe department managing the virtual inspection program.Map →
otherVuSpexThe software platform used for virtual inspections.Map →
location2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996County administrative address.Map →
location900 SE Ruhnke Street, Stuart, FL 34994Physical address of the Building Department.Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.martin.fl.us

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  • Controversy5
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  • Entertainment5
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