Plumbing Permit (incl. Water/Sewer Line Replacement) in Tempe, Arizona
Plumbing work in Tempe is governed by the 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC) with Tempe amendments. Plumbing permits are applied for through the Tempe Citizen Access Portal. A flat-rate fee applies for residential water/sewer line replacement (Table 2-A); all other plumbing work uses the valuation-based Table 1-A building permit fee, plus a 65% plan review fee where required.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- Plumbing work must comply with the 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC) with Tempe amendments
- Apply electronically through the Tempe Citizen Access Portal (epermits.tempe.gov/CitizenAccess/Default.aspx)
- Contractor Affidavit required (State of AZ requirement per AZ Department of Revenue)
- Arizona ROC-licensed plumbing contractor generally required; owner-builder exemptions may apply under ARS 32-1121
Required documents
- Req
Contractor Affidavit
State of Arizona legal requirement per AZ Department of Revenue
- Opt
Sewer Installation Certificate
Required for sewer work; available on the Inspections page (showpublisheddocument/12017)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single Family Water/Sewer Line Replacement — flat fee (Table 2-A, effective July 1, 2025) | $242 (includes plan review) | Table 2-A — Building Permit Flat Fees: 'SINGLE FAMILY WATER/SEWER LINE REPLACEMENT — $242 *Includes Plan Review fee.' Effective July 1, 2025. Source: Table 2-A (library.municode.com/az/tempe/codes/city_code?nodeId=APXASCFECH_TA2UIPEFLFE). |
| Other plumbing work — valuation-based (Table 1-A, effective July 1, 2025) | Per Table 1-A tiers. Plan Review Fee is 65% of the building permit fee, collected separately at application. | For plumbing work not covered by a Table 2-A flat rate, the valuation-based Table 1-A applies. Source: Table 1-A (library.municode.com/az/tempe/codes/city_code?nodeId=APXASCFECH_TA1UIPEFE). |
Review timeline
~1–10 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Tempe building department
Inspection process
- 1
Underground plumbing (before backfill or concrete pour)
Underground plumbing inspected before backfill or concrete is poured; approved before proceeding.
- 2
Rough plumbing (before covering)
Rough-in plumbing inspected before walls are closed; approved before proceeding.
- 3
Final plumbing
Final inspection of all completed plumbing work per approved plans and the 2018 IPC with Tempe amendments.
Tips
- A flat $242 fee (Table 2-A, includes plan review) applies to single-family water/sewer line replacement.
- A Sewer Installation Certificate is required for sewer work — available on the Tempe Inspections page.
- All permit applications must be submitted electronically through the Citizen Access Portal.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the fee to replace a water or sewer line in Tempe?
- The Table 2-A flat fee for a single-family water/sewer line replacement is $242 (includes plan review), effective July 1, 2025. A Sewer Installation Certificate is also required. Source: Table 2-A — Building Permit Flat Fees (library.municode.com/az/tempe/codes/city_code?nodeId=APXASCFECH_TA2UIPEFLFE).
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- City of Tempe Community Development Department — Building Safety Division / Permit Center — official building department
- Building Codes and Amendments (2018 IPC with Tempe amendments) | City of Tempe
- Table 2-A Building Permit Flat Fees (2025–2026) | Tempe City Code Appendix (Municode)
- Table 1-A Building Permit Fees (2025–2026) | Tempe City Code Appendix (Municode)
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 Tempe building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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