Section 1701: General
2018 Philadelphia Building Code (Chapter 17: Special Inspections and Tests)
1701.1 Scope
The provisions of this chapter shall govern the quality, workmanship and requirements for materials covered. Materials of construction and tests shall conform to the applicable standards listed in this code.
đź’ˇ Special Inspector's Commentary
While Section 1701 is brief, it establishes the legal foundation for all construction quality assurance within the city limits. As a licensed Philadelphia Structural Engineer and approved Special Inspections Agency (Agency #058351), Viking Engineers ensures that the "quality, workmanship, and requirements" mandated by this section are strictly adhered to.
When the code dictates that materials must "conform to the applicable standards," it triggers the need for third-party verification—which is exactly where our structural inspection services for steel, concrete, masonry, and deep foundations come into play. Failure to adhere to these preliminary standards can result in costly project delays or Make Safe Violations issued by the Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I).