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Tub and Shower Replacement Permit Requirements

A tub and shower replacement permit for an existing single-family home or duplex must meet the following requirements for a building and plumbing permit:
  • This permit is to repair or replace an existing tub-shower enclosure, a tub, a shower enclosure, and/or tub-shower fixture;
  • The water piping materials is copper, ductile iron, galvanized steel or PEX; and
  • Plumbing fixtures may be changed, but the new tub-shower control valve must be a pressure balanced valve type or a thermostatic mixing valve type.
A Tub and Shower Replacement Permit is NOT available if you are:
  • Replacing or repairing the tub-shower enclosure as part of a termite inspection repair;
  • Moving the existing tub-shower to a different location; or
  • Adding a new tub or shower.
Inspections

The following inspections are typically required throughout construction before work is covered up.

  • A rough plumbing and rough frame inspection
  • Insulation inspection
  • A dry wall nail inspection
  • Shower pan / tub test and inspection of tile lath
  • A final inspection once all work is complete

The number of inspections required depends on the scope of work.

Inspections can be scheduled online using your building permit number.


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