Shafter, CA · Kern County

No notary required

Special Inspector Registration Application

Special inspectors use this application to request registration with Shafter Building & Safety for the inspection categories in which they intend to work.

What this form is

The application packet explains Shafter’s special inspector registration program and provides an application for inspectors seeking approval to work on city projects. It asks for the applicant’s contact and identification details, company information, inspection categories, and certification records. Applicants must provide current approved certifications and a resume, demonstrate competency, agree to the city’s policies, and pay the appropriate fees.

Who needs it

Special inspectors who plan to perform special inspections on projects within Shafter must register with Building & Safety for each applicable category.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the packet requests certifications and a resume, but identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Packet

    Download the Special Inspector Registration application packet.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Fill in your identification, contact, company, inspection category, and certification information.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Materials

    Provide current certifications from an approved code organization and a resume detailing your experience.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the application to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Special Inspector Registration Application?
No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. The packet requests certifications and a resume, but identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Special Inspector Registration Application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
What information does the application request?
It asks for identification, mailing and company contact details, inspection categories, and certification organization and certificate numbers.
What else is required for registration?
The packet says applicants must provide current certifications from an approved code organization and a resume, demonstrate competency, agree to the city’s policy, and pay appropriate fees.

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