Plumbing and Gas Permits
When Is a Permit Required?
If you are going to install new, alter, replace, repair, relocate, reinstall, or change the waste and/or vent, water, or gas for a plumbing system, the Saint Paul Department of Safety and Inspections requires that you obtain a plumbing permit.
Why Are Permits Necessary?
- Properly functioning plumbing systems protect the health of the citizens.
- Plumbing systems carry both drinking water and wastewater. If the wastewater mixes with the drinking water, there is a chance people using that system could get sick.
- A plumbing system built according to the plumbing code is a safe system.
Who Can Apply?
Licensed Plumbing/Gas Fitter Contractors and Homesteading Homeowners can apply for Plumbing, Gas Fitting, and Inside Water Piping Permits.
Apply for Plumbing/Gas Permits in PAULIE
Available Permit Categories
- Plumbing (Applications and Resources Page)
- Sewer (Storm or Sanitary)
- Gas Fitting
- Radon Mitigation Systems
Plumbing Inspections
You can now schedule an inspection through PAULIE, the City of Saint Paul's new online system for permits, licenses, inspections, complaints, and more.
Resources
When a Plumbing Plan Review is required:
- Plumbing Plan Review Guidelines
- Plumbing Inspectors Area Map (interactive map)
- Maintenance Requirements for Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (SSTS)
- Homeowners Affidavit for Plumbing Permit Application
- Plumbing Certificate of Competency Guidelines can be found on the Business Trade License webpage
- Accessory Dwelling Unit (Detached) Utility Connection