Plumbing Permit in Scottsdale, Arizona
A plumbing permit is required to install, alter, reconstruct, or repair any plumbing system, gas system, lawn sprinkler supply, or water heater replacement in Scottsdale. Plumbing work must comply with the 2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) with Scottsdale amendments, effective January 1, 2023. Most single-family residential plumbing work qualifies as a Minimum Permit — no plan review required, apply online. Minimum permit plumbing examples include: water heater replacement (gas or electric), replace water lines, repair broken water lines, plumbing for water softener or hot water re-circulator, sewer line repair, and connecting a new irrigation system.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- Plumbing work must comply with the 2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) with Scottsdale amendments (effective January 1, 2023)
- Submit permit application through Scottsdale SPUR portal
- Most single-family residential plumbing work qualifies as a Minimum Permit — no plan review required, apply online
Required documents
- Req
Application for Single Family Residential (plumbing scope)
Scottsdale SFR permit application used for plumbing work; submitted through SPUR portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Permit (single discipline — plumbing) | $121 | Permit Fee Schedule – Miscellaneous, Resolution No. 13661 (FY 2026/27, effective July 1, 2026). A plan review is not required for minimum permit residential plumbing work. Source: scottsdaleaz.gov/planning-development/fees. |
| Minimum Combination Permit (all disciplines) | $379 | Permit Fee Schedule – Miscellaneous, Resolution No. 13661. |
Review timeline
~1–5 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Scottsdale building department
Inspection process
- 1
Under-slab or under-floor inspection (if applicable)
When under-slab or under-floor plumbing is installed, including the subfloor — required before concrete or flooring covers the work.
- 2
Final inspection
When plumbing work is complete and all fixtures are in place.
Tips
- Most single-family residential plumbing work (water heater replacement, sewer line repair, water softener, etc.) is a Minimum Permit ($121) — no plan review required.
- Water heater replacements (gas or electric) are explicitly listed as minimum permit work on Scottsdale's Permit Services page.
- Gas piping work (exterior appliance lines for BBQ, pool heater, fire pit, etc.) also qualifies as a minimum permit.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Scottsdale?
- Yes. A water heater replacement (gas or electric) requires a plumbing permit in Scottsdale. It qualifies as a Minimum Permit ($121), no plan review required — apply online through the Scottsdale SPUR portal. Source: City of Scottsdale Permit Services page, scottsdaleaz.gov.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- City of Scottsdale Planning and Development Services — official building department
- Permit Services (Plumbing Permit / Minimum Permits) | City of Scottsdale
- Permit Fee Schedule – Miscellaneous (FY 2026/27, Resolution No. 13661) — PDF
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 Scottsdale building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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