Shafter, CA · Kern County
Structural Observations Report
Registered design professionals use this report to document structural observations and deficiencies during construction for a Shafter building project.
What this form is
The report records structural observations made during construction, including visits at significant construction phases and any deficiencies found. The responsible registered design professional identifies the project, checks the observed structural components, reports whether deficiencies remain or are attached, and signs and dates the declaration. The form states that deficiencies must be corrected before final acceptance of the structural systems.
Who needs it
A registered design professional retained by the owner to oversee structural observations for a Shafter construction project completes this report.
How to submit it
Submit the completed report to the Building Department at 336 Pacific Avenue, Shafter, CA 93263, or email it to [email protected].
About notarization
This report is signed without a notary; the structural observer signs, dates, and provides the requested seal.
How to submit this form
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Download the Report
Download the Structural Observations Report for your Shafter building project.
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Complete the Project Details
Enter the owner, project name, and project address, then indicate the observed components and any deficiencies.
- 3
Gather Any Attachments
Attach additional deficiency information if needed; the form provides a checkbox for additional deficiencies attached.
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Sign and Submit
The responsible registered design professional signs, dates, and provides the requested seal, then submits the report to the Building Department.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Structural Observations Report used for?
- It records structural observations during construction, the components observed, and any deficiencies identified by the responsible registered design professional.
- Who completes the Structural Observations Report?
- The registered design professional retained by the owner to be in responsible charge of structural observation completes and signs the report.
- Do I need a notary for the Structural Observations Report?
- No. The form has a signature and date field and requests the structural observer’s seal; it does not require notarization.
- How do I submit the Structural Observations Report?
- Submit it to the Building Department at 336 Pacific Avenue, Shafter, CA 93263, or email it to [email protected].