Inspections
When construction is complete, an inspection must be requested before the building is taken into use. Reykjavík’s Building Commissioner handles the following inspections and arranges for the Capital Region Fire Service's participation as needed.
Apply for inspection on the City's My Pages.
Final inspection
When construction is complete, a final inspection must be requested. The owner or construction manager of the structure can apply for this inspection. During the final inspection, it is verified that the structure complies with legal requirements and regulations, and if it has been built according to the approved design documents. At the final inspection, the structure is recorded at construction stage B4.
Safety inspection
Before the structure is put into use, a safety inspection must be conducted to ensure its safety and hygiene. The owner or construction manager of the structure can request this inspection. You may conduct the safety and final inspections at the same time. At the safety inspection, the structure is recorded at construction stage B3.
Partial safety inspection
If a safety inspection is requested for part of the structure, specify which part is referred to and describe its condition. Also, provide a general overview of the condition of other parts of the structure.
Inspection for construction stage
An inspection for construction stage is done when it is requested that a structure is recorded at construction stage B2 or B3.
House and apartment inspection
A house inspection is conducted when confirmation is requested that the structure complies with the submitted site plans. An apartment inspection is done when confirmation is requested that the structure meets conditions for changed use.
Inspection due to change of construction manager
An inspection due to change of construction manager is conducted when a change of construction manager is requested on an issued building permit. If the construction manager listed on the building permit stops overseeing the development before the final inspection, a new construction manager must be registered. Apply for a change of construction manager on the City's My Pages.
Standards and regulations
After the inspection, structures are recorded at construction stage B1–B4 according to standard ÍST 51:2021.
Contact us
Contact the construction representative by sending an email to info@reykjavik.is
Include “Berist til byggingarfulltrúa” (For the attention of the Building Commissioner) in the subject line, and ensure the email contains the address and/or case number as applicable.
The City's Service Center can help with general inquiries by phone at 411 1111, via online chat, and through email at info@reykjavik.is