Plumbing Permit in Goodyear, Arizona
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair in Goodyear, governed by the 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted by the City of Goodyear. Covers water heater replacement/installation and water, sewer, and gas piping systems; both residential and commercial plumbing use the same fee structure under the City's Commercial Fees table.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
When you need this permit
- Plumbing permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of water heaters and water/sewer/gas piping systems; governed by the 2018 IPC as adopted by the City of Goodyear
- Plumbing – Water Heater: plan review is $0 up to $10,000 valuation or $97/hr (min 1/2 hr $50) above; $55 base + $35 permit + $102 application
- Plumbing – Water, Sewer, Gas Piping System: same plan-review structure; $55 base + $27 permit + $102 application
- Water heater replacement requires a permit but not plans, per the Homeowner Info page; installation of a NEW toilet requires a permit (same-location replacement does not)
- Water Heater Replacement and Water Softener (new) qualify for the EZ Permit Application track (5/6/6 business days) and/or Express Lane review
Required documents
- Required
Plumbing Permit Application
Submitted online through Accela Citizen Access (ACA)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing — Water Heater | $0 plan review (up to $10,000 valuation) or $97/hr min $50 (over $10,000); $55 Base + $35 Permit + $102 Application | City of Goodyear Development Services Fee Schedule, Commercial Fees (applies to residential water heater permits) |
| Plumbing — Water, Sewer, Gas Piping System | $0 plan review (up to $10,000 valuation) or $97/hr min $50 (over $10,000); $55 Base + $27 Permit + $102 Application | City of Goodyear Development Services Fee Schedule, Commercial Fees |
| Express Lane — Water Heater (residential replacement only) | $55 Base + $35 Permit + $102 Application = $192 Total | City of Goodyear Development Services Fee Schedule, Express Lane Fees |
| Express Lane — Water Softener (residential, install or replacement) | $55 Base + $27 Permit + $102 Application = $184 Total | City of Goodyear Development Services Fee Schedule, Express Lane Fees |
| Plumbing — Interceptors, Industrial Waste Pre-treatment | 65% of Permit Fee plan review; $55 Base + $75 Permit + $102 Application | City of Goodyear Development Services Fee Schedule, Commercial Fees |
Review timeline
5–15 business days
Goodyear’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Rough-In
Pipe installation before wall closure or concealment
- 2
Final
All fixtures connected, water heater T&P valve verified, no leaks
Tips
- Residential Plumbing has a Plan Review Target Time Frame of 5/6/6 business days per the Review Times page; standard (non-residential-category) Plumbing applications target 5/15/10 business days.
- Stopping a leak in a drain, soil, waste, or vent pipe does not require a permit if it does not involve pipe replacement, per the Homeowner Info page.
- Replacing a toilet in the same location does not require a permit; installing a new toilet does.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Goodyear?
- Yes, a permit is required (plans are not), per the City of Goodyear Homeowner Info page. The Water Heater Replacement fee under the Express Lane schedule is $55 base plus $35 permit plus $102 application, for a $192 total, per the Development Services Fee Schedule.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
- City of Goodyear Development Services — Building Safety Division — official building department
- Development Services Fee Schedule (PDF, 10/13/2023) | City of Goodyear
- Review Times | City of Goodyear
- Homeowner Info | City of Goodyear
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Goodyear building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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