A person subject to inspection under section 1202.4 of this Part may be required by the Department of State to have such inspection performed at his own cost and expense by a competent inspector acceptable to the department. Such inspector may be a registered architect, licensed professional engineer, certified code enforcement officer, or other person whose experience and training has been demonstrated to the satisfaction of the department. Such inspector shall certify the results of his inspection to the Department of State. Any person required by the department to have an inspection performed at his own cost and expense shall not be assessed the fees otherwise prescribed in this Part.