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Simple No-Plan Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Permit (Simple MEP)

The repair only of these systems does not require a permit. The following installations do not require plans but will require a Simple MEP Permit when installing or replacing these systems in single-family homes and duplex buildings. 

  1. Air Conditioning/Heater/Ventilation (HVAC)
    • Air Handler (Fan)  
    • Condensing Unit 
    • Dryer Vent
    • Exhaust Fan
    • Fan Coil Unit
    • Furnace
    • Furnace/Air Handling Unit (FAU)
    • Heat Pump Package Unit
    • Mini-Split System (Condenser Unit or Heat Pump and Air Handler)
    • Wall Heater
  2. Gas System 
    • Meter
    • Any Gas-Leak Repairs
  3. Electrical System
    • Circuit Breakers (15 – 400 amps)
      Circuit breakers exceeding 400 amps require a stand-alone Electrical Permit with building plans.
    • Conduit and Junction Box Only
      The junction box is an electrical container that protects electrical wires at splicing, tapping, and pulling points.
  4. Plumbing System
    • Drain-Repair/Replace (Roof, deck, or area drains.)
    • Water Heater Replacement 
    • Replacement or Repair of Wastewater/Sewer Pipe 

No-Plan Building Construction Permit

This list includes typical residential permits that qualify for a No-Plan Building Permit.

  1. Door and Window Replacement, In-Kind
  2. Re-Stucco
  3. Damage Repair and Replacement In-Kind (same size and specifications) of damaged structural framing members at the existing building. Existing structural framing system and life/safety that are sufficiently intact for verification by the City inspector. Plans and calculations are required to repair pre-manufactured structural elements such as parallams, microlams and truss joists.
  4. Stair Stringers and Treads
  5. Prefabricated Fireplace
  6. Replacement of Siding Only
  7. Replacement of Siding with Stucco
  8. Drywall Repair/Replacement In-Kind

Note: Reroofs do not qualify for No-Plan Permits, as most are exempt from permits. Plans are required for reroofing projects that require a permit. Refer to Information Bulletin 123 - Renewal of Roof Covering.