Punched

What Is A Punch List?

A contractor’s punch list for a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is a final checklist of small but critical items that must be completed, corrected, or verified before a building is legally approved for use. Think of it as the “last mile” before the city says: “You’re cleared to occupy this building.” It usually comes after the final inspection but before the CO is issued. 

Typical list items include: 

Safety Code Compliance

  • All exit signs installed and illuminated
  • Emergency lighting operational 
  • Handrails and guardrails securely installed
  • Fire extinguishers mounted and tagged
  • Smoke detectors and fire alarms tested and certified
  • Sprinkler system inspection passed (if applicable)

Doors, Windows & Access

  • All doors close and latch properly
  • Fire-rated doors labeled and self-closing
  • ADA-compliant hardware installed
  • Windows open/close and lock correctly

Electrical

  • All outlets, switches, and fixtures installed 
  • GFCI and AFCI outlets tested
  • Electrical panel labeled
  • No exposed wiring

Plumbing

  • No leaks
  • Hot water operational
  • Toilets flush correctly
  • Sinks drain properly
  • Backflow preventer installed and tested

HVAC

  • Heating and cooling systems operational
  • Thermostats working
  • Air balance test completed
  • Fresh air ventilation verified

Structural & Finish

  • No missing tiles, trim, or drywall
  • Stairs finished and safe
  • Floors level and hazard-free
  • Ceiling tiles installed

Accessibility (ADA)

  • Proper door clearances
  • Bathroom grab bars installed
  • Ramps and parking spaces marked
  • Signage installed

Fire Marshal Requirements

  • Fire alarm acceptance letter
  • Sprinkler certification
  • Fire lanes painted and marked
  • Knox Box installed (if required) 

Site & Cleaniness

  • Construction debris removed
  • Parking lot striped
  • Landscaping completed
  • Address numbers installed 

Paperwork

  • All permits closed
  • Inspection sign-offs completed
  • As-built drawings submitted (if required)
  • Contractor affidavits submitted
Once every punch list item is signed off, the building department issues the Certificate of Occupancy.  
Without it, the building cannot be legally: 
  1. Opened to the public
  2. Rented
  3. Used for business
  4. Occupied for residential use 
It’s essentially the city’s final stamp saying: “This building is safe, compliant, and ready for people.” 

Thank you, Manni Ben Roc and Uncle El-Malik Abdul Muhammad for this lists above.  For those of us who are unfamiliar with the technical issues involved in opening a building for business or residence, this is a simple, easy-to-follow list that makes sense even to someone who is unfamiliar with such matters.

Now, does anyone think Umar Johnson can accomplish what is on this list?  I don't.



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  1. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2026 at 2:02 PM

    Thanks for this. You can provide the link in the comments to one of her videos.

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