How to Assign an Inspector

VA assigns, without favoritism or discrimination, an inspector from its fee inspector roster

·   at the same time as the appraiser, in most cases, or

·   at the time a notice of value is issued by VA staff, if the appraisal requester does not choose to have the inspectors assigned at the same time as the appraiser and the value determination will be made by VA staff.

VA may assign more than one inspector in the case of master appraisals.

Reference:  For information about assigning a fee inspector, refer to Section 10.04.

Early Start Assignments

To avoid builder delays in starting construction, VA can assign the inspector prior to assigning the appraiser.  The builder or sponsor must submit a written request which includes

·   a statement of understanding of the special nature of the procedure and the fact that inspection fees will be paid whether or not a VA value notice is issued, and

·   construction exhibits which are properly certified in accordance with Section 10.10, Construction Exhibits.

Requesting an Inspection

The builder contacts the inspector directly to schedule inspections as each phase of construction is completed.

Inspection Report Form

All compliance inspections will be reported on VA Form 26-1839, Compliance Inspection Report.