Entergy Dock Inspections

If your home is located along the shorelines of Lake Hamilton or Lake Catherine and includes a dock or other shoreline facility, Entergy inspections play a critical role in transferring ownership and ensuring regulatory compliance. Here's what you need to know:

Why Are Entergy Inspections Needed? Entergy oversees shoreline facilities on Lake Hamilton and Lake Catherine, ensuring they meet all local, state, and federal regulations. An Entergy inspection is required whenever a home with a shoreline facility changes ownership. This ensures compliance and smooth transfer of all permits to the new owner.

The Inspection Process:

1. Initiation: The inspection process begins, typically before the sale is completed, by a licensed inspector, either chosen by the buyer or seller.

2. Inspection Report: The inspector submits their report to Entergy, which reviews it and issues an Inspection Acknowledgment Form (IAF) within ten business days. The IAF outlines any needed repairs or corrections to meet Entergy's guidelines, as well as local, state, and federal laws.

3. Transfer: Once all issues are resolved and any associated fees are paid, Entergy issues a "clear to transfer," allowing the permit transfer to proceed.

Special Cases:

• If the sale cannot wait for the inspection, the buyer must sign a Bypass Inspection Process Form, assuming all responsibilities for completing the inspection and any required actions within 60 days.

• In multi-family units or properties managed by a Property Owners' Association (POA), permit transfers may not be needed if the POA holds the permit.

Conclusion: Entergy inspections ensure shoreline facilities are compliant and safe, facilitating smooth permit transfers during home sales. For up-to-date information or to initiate an inspection, visit Entergy's Shoreline Management website or contact them directly.