Plumbing Permit in Henderson, Nevada
Required for standalone plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Henderson, including water heater replacements, fixture additions, re-piping, gas piping, and sewer/water service line work. Governed by the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with Southern Nevada amendments. Fees per Table C — Building MPE Items.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
When you need this permit
- Installation, repair, or replacement of any plumbing system component
- Water heater replacement (any fuel type)
- New fixture installations
- Gas piping installation (1–4 outlets or additional outlets)
- Sewer connection or building sewer repair
- Re-piping (interior water piping)
- Nevada State Contractor's license required
- Note: Henderson uses UPC (Uniform Plumbing Code), not IPC
Required documents
- Req
Building / Plumbing Permit Application
Available via DSC Online or in person at 240 S Water St
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Water heater replacement | $81 | Henderson DSC Fee Schedule Table C — Building MPE Items, effective 10/01/2025 |
| Plumbing fixtures including piping (each 10 fixtures) | $189 | Table C — applies per 10 fixtures in a new installation or addition |
| Gas piping — 1 to 4 outlets | $267 | Table C |
| Gas piping — each additional 4 outlets | $120 | Table C |
| Building sewer install / repair / replacement (per 100 lf) | $257 | Table C |
| Sewer connection fee | $136 | Table C |
| Water piping replacement (each 2,500 sf) | $240 | Table C — Kitec and repipes |
| Rainwater systems (per drain) | $240 | Table C |
| Miscellaneous repair including repair or alteration of drainage or vent piping (each fixture) | $211 | Table C |
| Industrial waste pretreatment interceptor (sand/oil) | $286 | Table C |
| Solar water heaters | $261 | Table C |
| Gas line repair or tag | $245 | Table C |
| Stand-alone plumbing plan check (hourly) | $429 | Table C |
| Other plumbing and gas inspections (per hour) | $299 | Table C |
Review timeline
~1–10 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Henderson building department
Inspection process
- 1
Underground / Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed or slab poured — pressure test required
- 2
Final
All fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified
Tips
- Henderson uses the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), not the International Plumbing Code — requirements and fee structures differ.
- Water heater replacement is among the lowest permit fees in Henderson at $81.
- Gas piping is a plumbing/gas permit in Henderson; fees are per outlet count.
- For new construction, plumbing is bundled in the Table A building permit. Table C fees apply to standalone work only.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to permit a water heater replacement in Henderson?
- The permit fee for a water heater is $81 per Henderson's DSC Fee Schedule Table C, effective October 1, 2025.
- Does Henderson use the IPC or UPC?
- Henderson uses the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with Southern Nevada amendments, not the International Plumbing Code. This is common to all Southern Nevada jurisdictions.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.
- City of Henderson Building and Fire Safety Department — Development Services Center — official building department
- Henderson DSC Fee Schedule — Table C: Building MPE Items, effective 10/01/2025
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 Henderson building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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