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Simple "No-Plan" Plumbing/Gas Permit

Homeowners, property owners and licensed contractors can obtain a Simple "No-Plan" Plumbing/Gas Permit for minor installations, including:

  • Water heater replacements, except tankless types
  • Water or sewer piping repairs
  • Gas line or urgent/emergency gas leak repairs.
  • Repair or replacement of drains
  • Water softener installations
  • Pressure Reducing Valves (PRV) for domestic service

If your project is for a single-family home or duplex,  select a Simple No-Plan Combination Permit (No-Plan - Residential - Combination Mech/Elec/Plum) when you initiate the application process, which can include any combination of electrical, mechanical equipment and/or plumbing/gas work.    

Applicants will receive their permit normally within two business days. Inspections can be scheduled once the invoice is paid and the permit is issued.

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What You Should Know

  • Applicants will receive their permit normally within two business days. Inspections can be scheduled once the invoice is paid and the permit is issued. To learn more about Simple Permits, see Information Bulletin 103
  • Your project may require a historic review to determine conformance with the historic resources regulations if your project is located: 
    • On a site with a designated historic resource 
    • Within a designated historic district 
  • Please review  Information Bulletin 581 for additional information. 
  • Gas line or urgent/emergency gas leak repairs:
    1. ​​​​ First report the gas leak by calling SDG&E at 1-800-411-7343, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week or call 9-1-1. Learn More.
    2. Then, apply for a Simple No-Plan Combination Permit (No-Plan - Residential - Combination Mech/Elec/Plum). 
    3. Once the permit is issued, the gas line is pressurized with a connected test gauge, and the work is ready to be inspected, call 858-492-5070 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday to schedule an emergency inspection. 

Fees

Exemptions

  • There are no exemptions.

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